Building Inspector-Part Time

City of Chicopee; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recurring Sick Time

Vacation

Thirteen Holidays Per Year

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The City of Chicopee is hiring a Part-Time Local Building Inspector in the Building Department. The role requires enforcing state and city codes, reviewing plans, issuing permits, and performing inspections with a focus on accuracy and professionalism.

Ideal candidates will have familiarity with construction codes, strong customer service skills, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation for field inspections.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with personal computers and Microsoft Office.
• Basic filing skills and blueprint reading.
• Customer service skills.
• Advanced math skills.
• Basic writing skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license AND a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Enforce provisions of 780CMR, 521 CMR, and related rules and bylaws.
• Decide on construction methods and materials per code requirements.
• Receive permit applications, issue permits, inspect sites, and enforce compliance with 780CMR.
• Issue notices or orders to ensure compliance with 780CMR.
• Inspect and investigate zoning issues as assigned by the building commissioner.
• Assist permit applicants with required forms and documentation.
• Review permit applications and plans for completeness and code compliance.
• Issue building permits in a timely manner.
• Schedule and perform on-site inspections of building projects.
• Schedule Section 110.7 periodic inspections of businesses and institutions.
• Keep up with relevant code changes.
• Maintain professional standards and keep records accessible.
• Provide customer service in person, by phone, by email, or by other means.
• Perform similar or related work as required.
• Present themselves in a courteous and professional manner.

Skills

PC familiarity

Microsoft Office

Blueprint reading

Customer service

Advanced math

Basic writing

Driver's license

Job description

Part-Time Local Building Inspector Department: Building Employment
Status: Non-Exempt, UFCW 1459 Administration, Part-Time (19 Hours/Week)
Pay Range: Grade A09: Step 01 - Step 04: $26.06/Hour - $34.34/Hour
Schedule: Flexible Certifications/Licenses Required: Minimum
Qualifications Per MGL 143 Section 3 SUMMARY The City of Chicopee?s Building Department is hiring a Part-Time Local Building Inspector.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Enforce all the provisions of 780CMR, 521 CMR and any other state statutes, rules, regulations, city ordinances or bylaws which empower the building official.
• Act on any question relative to the mode or manner of construction and materials to be used in the construction, reconstruction, alterations, repair, demolition, removal, installation of equipment and the location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures, except as otherwise specifically provided for by statutory requirements or as provided for in 780CMR.
• Receive applications and issue permits for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, demolition, removal or change in use or occupancy of builds and structures and inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the provisions of 780CMR.
• Issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with 780CMR.
• Inspect and investigate all zoning issues as assigned by the building commissioner.
• Assist permit applicants with application forms and application requirements.
• Review permit applications and plans for completeness and Code Compliance.
• Issue building permits in a timely manner.
• Schedule and perform on-site inspections of building projects in a timely manner.
• Schedule and perform section 110.7 periodic inspections of businesses and institutions.
• Keep up with relevant code changes.
• Maintain fair, objective, professional standards in all endeavors associated with the position.
• Maintain records and relevant information in a readily available manner.
• Provides customer service in person, by phone, by email, or by other means.
• Performs similar or related work as required.
• Present themselves in a courteous and professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

• The Link Below https://www.mass.gov/doc/application-for-certification-as-a-building-code-enforcement-official-0/download
• Familiarity with personal computers and Microsoft office.
• Basic filing skills and blueprint reading
• Customer service skills
• Advanced math skills
• Basic writing skills
• Must have a valid drivers license AND a reliable vehicle.

BENEFITS

• Recurring Sick Time, Vacation, Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more