Residential Building Inspector

Willdan; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan, based in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking an ICC-Certified Building Inspector to ensure compliance with building codes through inspections. The successful candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience and hold relevant ICC certifications.

This role requires effective communication with contractors and homeowners, documenting inspections, and conducting follow-ups on compliance issues. Join Willdan for a rewarding opportunity in government consulting services.

Qualifications

• Must have two ICC certifications, including residential building and electrical inspector.
• Valid AZ Class C Driver's License is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction.
• Issue violation notices and permits for construction.
• Document inspection results and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

ICC Residential Building Inspector

ICC Residential Electrical Inspector

Municipal experience

Tools

Building code regulations

Inspection tools

Job description

Why Join the Willdan Team

Willdan is a Municipal Services Firm that has provided superior engineering, planning, building, and many other consulting services to government agencies for more than 60 years. The future is now, Willdan is "Envisioning the Future" of Building and Safety through our work with cities, buildings, and transportation.

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., has an opening for an ICC‑Certified Building Inspector in the Phoenix, AZ office.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to ensure that the building and construction site complies with safety, structural, and building code regulations.
• Issue violation notices, stop‑work orders, and permits for construction.
• Document results of inspections.
• Effectively communicate findings to homeowners and contractors.
• Coordinate with and assist other field inspectors; pick up extra inspections as needed.
• Explain and clarify code‑related problems with contractor field personnel.
• Communicate and uphold standards consistently.
• Conduct building damage assessment inspections.
• Invest time in continued education.
• Follow up on phone calls and compliance issues.
• Serve as a resource for inspectors in the field.
• Interpret and apply standards and regulations for Building, Electrical, Elevator, Mechanical, Plumbing.
• Conduct ride‑along with field inspectors to provide ongoing supervision and feedback regarding job performance and consistency on filed calls.
• Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of inspections; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• International Code Council (ICC) Certifications: Must contain two of the five listed certifications or ICC Residential Combination Inspection Certifications:
  • ICC Residential Building Inspector
  • ICC Residential Electrical Inspector OR IAEI Electrical Inspector, One‑and‑Two‑Family Dwelling
  • ICC Residential Mechanical Inspector
  • ICC Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner
  • IAPMO Plumbing Inspector OR ICC Residential Inspector
• Valid AZ Class C Driver's License.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years' experience.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Municipal experience a plus.

EEO Non-Discrimination And ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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