Building Inspector II

4Leaf, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

4LEAF, Inc. is seeking qualified building inspectors II or III in Washington. The role focuses on performing technical inspections to enforce building codes and ordinances, with five years of industry experience preferred and ICC/IAPMO/NFPA certifications highly desired.

The work involves on-the-road inspection duties and collaboration with contractors, designers, and property owners. Candidates must have strong communication skills, be able to read and interpret codes, and pass a background

Qualifications

• ICC Certification(s) demonstrating knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction, including State Energy and Accessibility regulations.
• Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
• Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new buildings, additions, and alterations for compliance with current codes.
• Articulate complex building issues to the public, contractors, designers, and owners.
• Identify and solve complex problems by advising developers, engineers, architects, property owners, and contractors on code requirements.
• Field questions regarding building requirements.
• Make independent analysis during the inspection process.
• Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel on building-related issues.
• Read and interpret codes and apply good judgment in enforcement.
• Write inspection reports and correction notices.
• Analyze building plans, specifications and codes for compliance.
• Enforce codes with impartiality and good judgment.
• Apply technical knowledge of building trades.
• Perform duties within OSHA standards.

Skills

ICC Certification

Safety standards knowledge

Plan checking

Computer skills

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Description

About Us:

4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF) is a multi-discipline Firm providing services throughout the United States. For more than 25 years, 4LEAF has assisted clients in successfully navigating contract services leading to fiscally responsible solutions. As one of the industry’s notable providers of planning, building and safety, construction management, and fire consulting services, 4LEAF has an enviable track record of completing complex projects and staffing assignments with both public and private clients. The dedication of our staff combined with our company culture, have consistently allowed us to meet and exceed the needs of our clients.

Job Description:

4LEAF is seeking qualified building inspectors II or III in Washington. Candidates must be qualified to perform technical building inspections to enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. Five years of industry experience is preferred. Must be certified through ICC, IAPMO and NFPA certifications are highly desired.

Key Duties:

• Inspection of new buildings, additions to, and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with the currently adopted editions of the International Building Code.
• Articulate complex building issues to the public, contractors, designers, and owners, with an emphasis on building regulations pertaining to life/safety issues.
• Identify and solve complex problems by conferring and providing information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives.
• Field questions regarding building requirements.
• Make independent analysis during the inspection process.
• Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel regarding building-related issues.
• The ability to read and interpret various codes and to apply good judgment in the enforcement of same.
• Write clear and complete correction notices and inspection reports and perform other, related tasks as assigned.
• Analyze, interpret, and accurately check building plans, specifications and building codes.
• Enforce codes with good judgment and impartiality.
• Apply technical knowledge of building trades.
• Performs duties within OSHA standards.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• ICC Certification(s) demonstrating knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction, including State Energy and Accessibility regulations.
• Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
• Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Candidates must:

• Maintain a healthy working relationship with contractors, builders, and the public.
• Must have excellent customer service skills including good listening and negotiating skills.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to kneel, crouch, and climb tall ladders.
• Must have a valid WA State driver’s license.
• Applicants must be able to pass background check.

4LEAF anticipates paying $42.84 to $65.72 per hour commensurate with experience and skill set.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Full-Time, Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• WA Driver's License (Required)
• ICC: B1, B2, E1, M1, P1

Work Location:

• On the road

For more firm information, please visit www.4leafinc.com.

4LEAF, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.