Local Building Inspector-PT

City of Chicopee; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 35,900 - 47,306; Part time

Job summary

City of Chicopee seeks a part-time Building Inspector for the Building Department in Chicopee, MA. The role is 19 hours per week with salary range $26.06–$34.34 per hour and a flexible schedule. The inspector enforces state and city codes, issues permits, and conducts on-site inspections.

Qualifications include certification per MGL c 143, Sec 3; ability to review plans; strong math, writing, and customer service skills; and a valid driver’s license. Applicants may apply online.

Qualifications

• Certified per MGL c 143, Sec 3 for municipal building code enforcement officials.
• Approved to take local inspector exams (apply online).
• Familiarity with personal computers and Microsoft Office.
• Basic filing skills and blueprint reading.
• Customer service skills.
• Advanced math skills and basic writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Enforce provisions of 780 CMR, 521 CMR, and city ordinances for construction activities.
• Answer questions on construction methods, location, use, occupancy, and maintenance.
• Receive applications and issue permits for construction and related work.
• Inspect premises with issued permits and enforce 780 CMR compliance.
• Issue notices or orders to ensure compliance with 780 CMR.
• Inspect and investigate zoning issues as assigned by the building commissioner.
• Assist applicants with forms and 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.
• Schedule and perform 110.7 periodic inspections of businesses and institutions.
• Keep up with relevant code changes.
• Maintain records and information accessibly.
• Provide customer service in person, by phone, by email, or other means.
• Perform similar or related work as required.
• Present yourself in a courteous and professional manner.

Skills

Customer service

Advanced math

Blueprint reading

Basic writing

Education

Certification per MGL c 143 Sec 3

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Part‑time local building inspector for the Building Department of the City of Chicopee, MA. 19 hours per week, Salary: A09, Step 01-04 ($26.06–$34.34 per hour). Schedule: Flexible.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce all provisions of 780 CMR, 521 CMR, and city ordinances regarding construction, reconstruction, alterations, repair, demolition, removal, and installation of equipment.
• Act on questions regarding construction methods, materials, location, use, occupancy, and maintenance of buildings and structures, except as otherwise specifically provided for by statutory requirements or as provided for in 780 CMR.
• Receive applications and issue permits for construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, demolition, removal, or change in use or occupancy of buildings and structures.
• Inspect premises for which permits have been issued and enforce compliance with 780 CMR.
• Issue notices or orders to ensure compliance with 780 CMR.
• Inspect and investigate all zoning issues as assigned by the building commissioner.
• Assist permit applicants with application forms and 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.
• Schedule and perform section 110.7 periodic inspections of businesses and institutions.
• Keep up with relevant code changes.
• Maintain records and relevant information in a readily available manner.
• Provide customer service in person, by phone, by email, or other means.
• Perform similar or related work as required.
• Present yourself in a courteous and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Certified in accordance with MGL c 143, Section 3 for municipal building code enforcement officials.
• Approved to take local inspector exams (apply online).
• Familiarity with personal computers and Microsoft Office.
• Basic filing skills and blueprint reading.
• Customer service skills.
• Advanced math skills and basic writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Application for certification as a building code enforcement official: https://www.mass.gov/doc/application-for-certification-as-a-building-code-enforcement-official-0/download