Building/Construction Inspector

Los Angeles Unified School District

34d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inspection Department provides professional quality assurance and regulatory support for the Facilities Services Division’s school construction projects. This support is provided by experienced Inspection Department staff with backgrounds in public school construction, architecture, engineering contracting, general construction and specialized crafts.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency is required.
• Building/Construction Inspectors must possess and maintain certification as a Class 1, Class 2 or Class 3 General Inspector by the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and use of a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• College semester units or equivalent quarter units from a recognized college or university in the areas of architecture, engineering, construction management, and construction technology are preferable.
• Exceptional industry knowledge, which includes a full working knowledge of steel braced frames, structural wood frame, structural masonry and concrete as it relates to construction; thorough understanding of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24 and applicable ordinances and regulations related to California public school construction and safety; and demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, codes, and contract documents.
• Construction field experience such as project superintendent, construction field engineer, general trade foreman or journey-level tradesperson sufficient to realize the type and extent of contractor performance required for regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional project management skills to work independently; stay organized, prioritize and cluster related tasks effectively; meet deadlines; track daily construction progress; and coordinate specialized inspectors, materials testing (such as soil, lumber, concrete and steel), and survey crews at construction sites.
• Strong fact finding and decision making skills to determine required actions and/or options, consider necessary speed, consult appropriate parties, and follow through within the chain of command with information to resolve work related issues and find workable solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure good working relationships with peers, which include: effective written and oral communication skills; the ability to handle conflict within the project team; and the ability to lead fairly and effectively.
• Additional certifications from the Division of State Architect (DSA), Special Inspection, International Code Council (ICC), and the American Construction Inspector Association (ACIA) are preferable.

Responsibilities

• Performing continuous inspection of wood frame, reinforced concrete, Gunite, masonry, and structural steel construction for compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and all applicable State and local building codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Analyzing plans, specifications, and contract documents and interprets or secures interpretation of plans and specifications for contractors and subcontractors.
• Notifying architects, engineers and project teams of material or work quality that does not meet the requirements of the approved contract documents or applicable codes.
• Coordinating and monitoring the on and off-site work of specialized inspectors and materials testing laboratories including the document control of all issued reports.
• Maintaining daily reports of construction progress, site activity, and events.
• Verifying all approved scope change and signs affidavits required by State and Local authorities and the Facilities Services Division.
• Representing the District on construction sites, in contacts with contractors, engineers, commissioned architects, and the public.

Benefits

• Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.
• Up to 13 days of paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED