Building Inspector III (May be underfilled)

slcgov; Plaza (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Retirement contributions (pension/401k

Job summary

Salt Lake City is seeking a Building Inspector III to inspect residential, industrial, and commercial structures for compliance with city codes. The role works in the field, making challenging decisions and performing multiple inspections on a single site.

The ideal candidate has a year of construction-related education plus building inspection experience; ICC certifications and Utah Limited Inspector license are preferred. Salary varies by level and schedule; strong problem-solving is essential.

Qualifications

• One-year post-high-school education in a construction-related field plus one year of building construction, code enforcement, plan review, or building inspection experience.
• Education and experience may be substituted year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Inspects residential, industrial, and commercial sites for compliance with housing ordinances and codes.
• Interprets building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire, or zoning codes for contractors and the public; schedules re-inspections.
• Examines construction documents to determine code compliance of materials/equipment.
• Issues stop-work orders or citations for noncompliance and may testify in proceedings.
• Meets with community groups to solve zoning or housing problems and develops improvement programs.

Skills

Code enforcement

Building inspection

Education

Post-high-school education in construction field

ICC certifications & Utah Limited Inspector license preferred

Job description

Job Title

Building Inspector III (May be underfilled)

Job Description

We are looking for a Building Inspector!

About the Position

Our Building Inspectors inspect the construction and occupancy of new and existing residential, industrial, and commercial structures for compliance with one or more of the City's building, house, or zoning codes. This position works independently in the field and is responsible for decisions requiring a high level of problem solving and is required to perform multiple inspections on a single site.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have one-year post-high-school education in a construction related field (construction management, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, etc.) plus one year of building construction, code enforcement, plan review, or building inspection experience. Education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year for year basis. Candidates who have certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) as Commercial or Residential Building, Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing Inspectors and hold and maintain a license from the State of Utah as a Limited Inspector are preferred.

Team

We have 21 Building Inspectors!

Work Schedule

Building Inspectors are currently working Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Salary Range

This position may be filled at a level I, II, or III based on the selected candidates' credentials.

• Building Inspector I : $26.62 - $40.03hour
• Building Inspector II : $33.38 - $41.34/hour
• Building Inspector III : $38.64 - $47.39/hour

Use our total compensation calculator to see your earning potential in this role!

Relevant Experience Counts Toward Your Leave!

Salt Lake City values the professional experience you bring. Eligible new hires in full-time, benefit-eligible non-represented positions may receive leave accrual credit for prior full-time, benefit-eligible work that is directly related to this role or earned within a comparable public career service system. If selected, details about your credited leave time will be included in your offer.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/ .

Key Responsibilities

• Inspects residential, industrial, and commercial sites within the City to assure compliance with housing ordinances. Investigates complaints concerning housing and zoning violations, notifies affected parties of needed changes for code compliance. Develops written evidence in cases where legal action may occur. Files "Notice and Order" complaints against violator when needed.
• Interprets the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire, or zoning codes for contractors and the public. Recommends alterations for compliance with the respective code. Schedules and records routes and re-inspections.
• Examines construction documents to determine the ability of material or equipment used to meet the required code.
• Inspects damaged building systems (i.e., electrical, gas, water, alarm, etc.) at the request of fire, health, or power companies to determine the advisability of reconnecting systems or allowing occupancy of the building.
• Requires corrections to be made when deficiencies are discovered, issues "Stop Work" orders or citations for noncompliance with appropriate codes. Investigates complaints, makes reports of field inspections, and may consult with the City Attorney's office and act as a witness in prosecution of code violators.
• Meets with various community groups to solve existing zoning or housing problems: and develops programs to improve the overall quality of the neighborhood, districts, and communities.
• Inspects buildings for change of use or occupancy. Inspects roofs, crawl spaces, attics, walls, fire sprinklers, audible fire alarms, fire hood suppression, back flow devices, foundations, concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plastering, heating and electrical systems, soil bearing values, and other complex and routine building system elements.
• Consults with architects, engineers, contractors, and developers regarding building standards.
• Provides training for building inspectors, plans examiners, citizens, and contractors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Building Inspector I One-year post-high-school education in a construction related field (construction management, electrical, plumbing, mechani