Building Inspector I/II (Certified)

City of Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Berkeley's Planning and Development Department in its effort to protect the health, safety, and welfare of citizens by enforcing building codes and regulations. As a Certified Building Inspector I or II, you will perform skilled inspection work in the enforcement of building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, zoning and related codes and regulations that govern new building and housing construction, additions, alterations, repairs and use of existing buildings. This work includes resolving problems and complaints to final resolution. The classifications differ in that the Building Inspector I works under closer supervision and performs less complex inspection work than the Building Inspector II.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Building Inspector I: One year of full-time experience as a building inspector with a public agency, OR Four years of full-time experience as a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, building plans examiner, public works inspector or permit specialist, OR Three years of full-time experience in the building construction field as a licensed general, plumbing, electrical or mechanical contractor, OR Completion of a two year AA program or equivalent in construction technology or a related field and a minimum of four ICC certificates including building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical.
• Building Inspector II: Three years of full time experience in building inspection work with a public agency.
• Possession of a valid International Code Council (ICC) Commercial and Residential Building Inspector Certificate or equivalent.
• Building Inspector II requires possession of a valid ICC Commercial and Residential Electrical Inspector Certification or equivalent.
• Required certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley.
• Valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled inspection work in the enforcement of building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, zoning and related codes and regulations that govern new building and housing construction, additions, alterations, repairs and use of existing buildings.
• Resolve problems and complaints to final resolution.

What This Job Offers

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