Building Inspector II

City of Greeley•Greeley, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Inspector II provides expertise to City employees and Greeley residents in building inspections, specifically electrical inspections, for residential, commercial, industrial, and rental properties. The position may direct assignments for Building Inspector I staff. It conducts inspections for compliance with codes and ordinances, reviews plans and construction documents, records inspection results in TRAKiT, issues violation notices when necessary, investigates complaints, and enforces codes. The inspector also provides technical guidance, coordinates with other City departments, responds to public and stakeholder inquiries, and assists with training Building Inspector I staff. The position includes regular local, field-based travel within the County. Access to a personal or City fleet vehicle may be required. The work involves extensive computer use in a sedentary office setting, travel to meetings, possible exposure to hazardous chemicals and gases, and work in varying weather conditions. Physical demands include prolonged computer use, screen and document interpretation, manual dexterity, and light to moderate effort such as frequent standing and walking.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or comparable industry certifications.
Five to six years of experience in construction, structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical fields.
Master or Journeyman Electrical license required.
Ability to attain ICC Residential Building Inspector certification within the first year.
Knowledge of building codes, zoning laws, and fire code.
Awareness of hazards and ability to work safely.
Understanding of construction principles and system integration.
Ability to identify code violations and safety hazards.
Skill in reading blueprints and construction documents.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
Must successfully complete pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification, including drug testing, background and national sex offender searches, and a motor vehicle record search.