Residential Building Code Inspector

Colorado Psychiatric; Colorado; On-site; USD 34,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Psychiatric is seeking a Building Inspector to enforce county and state building codes in unincorporated Elbert County, perform inspections for residential construction, and input data into the system. The role requires interpreting codes, communicating findings to contractors, and coordinating inspections with planning software.

The position works in the field and office, with heavy emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED plus three to five (3-5) years of experience or equivalent in architecture, engineering, contractor or superintendent of construction or any combination.
• I.C.C. Certified Residential Combination Inspector (R-5) is preferred.
• Elbert County will consider candidates who hold an I.C.C. Building Inspector (B-5).
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all construction work for which a building permit is required.
• Inspect new buildings, additions to and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with all editions of all currently adopted editions of the County Building Codes.
• Inspect building projects to ensure construction proceeds in accordance with plans approved with the building permit.
• Read and interpret adopted codes, technical manuals, drawings, instructions, and specifications as related to construction projects.
• Notify contractor/builder of code violations with a written compliance report at the time of inspection.
• May check that all required special inspections/test reports are performed and reviewed for certification and completeness.
• Work with computer and building/planning software to schedule inspections and update the computer with the results of inspections performed.
• Follow up on re-inspection requests and take appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate existing buildings for hazardous conditions and initiate abatement, on a complaint basis, as witnessed and discovered in the field and as directed.
• Study technical literature and attend meetings to keep current on applicable codes and code changes as they occur.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with co-workers, builders, applicants, and other inspectors.
• Investigate building code and zoning violations as witnessed and discovered in the field and as directed.
• Maintain daily record of all inspections; Maintain daily record of all building code and zoning violation inspections and activities.
• Maintain regular office hours, support and back up the front office, and respond to calls promptly.
• May act as CBO in CBO’s absence.

Skills

Plan review

Code enforcement

Verbal/written communication

Tech proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BluePrince

Job description

Colorado Psychiatric is seeking a Building Inspector to enforce county and state building codes in unincorporated Elbert County, perform inspections for residential construction, and input data into the system. The role requires interpreting codes, communicating findings to contractors, and coordinating inspections with planning software.

The position works in the field and office, with heavy emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with staff.