Building Inspector I - III

City of Bozeman, MT-posted 11 months ago
$35 - $46/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Bozeman, MT
101-250 employees
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
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The City of Bozeman is now accepting applications for Building Inspectors who will perform complicated field inspections on existing buildings and buildings under construction to ensure compliance with related building codes and local ordinances. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by joining the City of Bozeman! You will be part of a passionate team driving positive change while enjoying a fantastic benefits package. Full-time City of Bozeman employees receive top-tier benefits including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 12 holidays, 8 weeks of paid paternal leave, bilingual pay, excellent retirement options, comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, discounted ski tickets and gym memberships, and much more!

  • Performs detailed and technical inspections (building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical) of buildings and sites under development during all phases of construction to monitor for code compliance.
  • Travels to and performs on-site inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and regulations.
  • Examines drawings during development and assists contractors in meeting occupancy and code requirements.
  • Conducts final inspections, maintaining the authority to postpone building/project completion based on the adherence to related codes.
  • Performs periodic and follow-up inspections of new and existing buildings, structures, and installations.
  • Conducts on-site evaluations to ensure a minimum of fire and life safety compliance provisions are met.
  • Provides information to contractors and builders on the nature, requirements, and purposes of existing municipal codes.
  • Provides information to building designers, project owners, and contractors regarding project design, structural calculations, and coordination with other public agencies.
  • Promotes a process of cooperation and education to attain compliance.
  • Investigates and coordinates remediation of complaints of code violations.
  • Reviews periodicals, trade journals, and engineering reports to research new products and materials to ensure they are installed based on manufacturers' installation instructions.
  • Composes field inspections and reports of corrective actions to architects, engineers, and applicants in order to remedy deficiencies noted during plan review and/or inspections.
  • Maintains accurate files of inspections performed and other reports.
  • Serves as a resource for members of the public in code applications, permitting processes, and related activities.
  • Researches problems, analyzes various approaches, and recommends solutions.
  • Coordinates work with other divisions within the organization to ensure effective and efficient operations.
  • Maintains compliance with safety policies and regulations.
  • Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
  • Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations.
  • Performs other duties consistent with the role and function of this classification.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least two years of experience in building construction, plans examining, or building inspection.
  • Must obtain two of the following ICC or equivalent certifications within one year of employment: Residential Building Inspector (B1), Commercial Building Inspector (B2), Commercial Mechanical Inspector (M2), Commercial Electrical Inspector (E2), IAPMO Plumbing Inspector.
  • Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
  • 15 Paid Vacation Days increases with years of service
  • 12 Paid Sick Days
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 8 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Bilingual Pay Incentive ($300/month)
  • Montana Public Employee Retirement system plan options with 9.07% employer contribution and option to enroll in a 457 Retirement Plan
  • Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance including a HDHP option providing 100% employer-paid family coverage.
  • Annual Wellness Screening with participation incentives
  • Discounted Bridger Bowl Ski Tickets
  • Discounted Gym Membership
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer
  • Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance for employees and dependents.
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