Global Building Inspector: Fire Safety & Codes — Travel

UL Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 5% of base

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off: 15 days vacation, 12, 2

Job summary

UL Solutions seeks a Building Inspector to review and inspect commercial properties for compliance with safety codes. The role requires traveling up to 50% and communicating with building owners and managers on inspection procedures and code interpretations.

A relevant university degree and experience in inspecting buildings are essential, along with ICC certification and strong computer skills. The position is home-based with preferred proximity to an airport due to travel.

Qualifications

• University degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Safety Engineering preferred.
• Approximately five years’ experience as an inspector or related building trades.
• ICC Combo commercial Inspector certification is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings for fire and life safety and fire protection systems per local or international codes.
• Travel to client sites; interact with owners and managers about code compliance.
• Read and interpret building codes, manuals, drawings, and specifications.
• Document deviations and report findings using provided tools.
• Verify corrections of violations and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable codes and standards and update with new codes.
• Follow the UL Code of Conduct and security practices.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading and interpreting codes

Travel up to 50%

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Safety Engineering

Job description

UL Solutions seeks a Building Inspector to review and inspect commercial properties for compliance with safety codes. The role requires traveling up to 50% and communicating with building owners and managers on inspection procedures and code interpretations.

A relevant university degree and experience in inspecting buildings are essential, along with ICC certification and strong computer skills. The position is home-based with preferred proximity to an airport due to travel.