Building Inspector I/II

City of Napa•Napa, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Napa is seeking a Building Inspector I/II to perform technical building inspections for the Building Division in the Community Resources and Development Department. This role involves performing inspections for commercial, residential, and industrial projects, and enforcing compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. Building Inspectors work closely with developers, architects, and contractors to maintain code requirements and resolve problems related to code compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in the construction or building trades, and/or experience as a Building Inspector for a city or county jurisdiction.

Requirements

Experience in the construction or building trades, and/or experience as a Building Inspector for a city or county jurisdiction.
Knowledge of principles and practices of building inspection.
Ability to keep up with current developments in code enforcement.
Ability to manage relationships, build trust, encourage two-way communication, and strengthen relationships.
Ability to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, showing concern for all aspects of the job.
Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds.
Ability to identify and understand problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information.
Ability to choose the best course of action by establishing clear decision criteria, generating and evaluating alternatives, and making timely decisions.
Ability to take action that is consistent with available facts and constraints and optimizes probable consequences.
Ability to help others deal effectively with an antagonistic situation to minimize damage to relationships and promote shared goals.
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people and facilitate agreement.
Ability to establish and sustain trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others' emotions and behavior.
Ability to leverage insights to effectively manage own responses so that one's behavior matches one's values and delivers intended results.
Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver's License throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspection Certificate is required within one year of hire (for Building Inspector I).
Possession of an ICC Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Combination Inspector, Plans Examiner, or CASp Certification is desirable (for Building Inspector I).
A CASp Certification is desirable (for Building Inspector II).

Responsibilities

Perform technical building inspections for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
Enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Work closely with developers, architects, and contractors to maintain code requirements.
Resolve problems relating to code compliance.
Perform field inspections and ensure compliance with codes and regulations.