Building Inspector II (May underfill as Building Inspector I)
About The Position
The City of Tigard is hiring a Building Inspector II, with the possibility of underfilling the position as a Building Inspector I. The role performs field inspections of new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial properties to assess compliance with applicable codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards. Inspection areas include foundations, framing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, access, life safety, and other functional elements. The inspector works with legal, fire, and public works staff on code interpretations and provides information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others about code requirements and alternatives. The position also conducts final inspections, investigates code compliance, documents cases, and reviews buildings for safe occupancy following fires or other incidents. The City describes its work as providing essential services and recreational spaces to the community, and emphasizes dignity, respect, care, equitable and sustainable practices, collaboration, and excellence. The position is represented by SEIU and has general hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Applications must be submitted online; applicants are evaluated using their work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than resumes and cover letters.
Requirements
- Education and experience may be combined to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade supplemented by college-level coursework, or technical training in construction technology, building inspection, or a related field.
- Three years of responsible experience inspecting residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.
- At least six months of verifiable independent commercial and industrial inspection experience. Internal Inspector I candidates may demonstrate this experience through evaluation and sign-off by senior inspectors, a supervisor, or the building official.
- Oregon Inspector Certificate (OIC).
Responsibilities
- Inspect new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial properties for compliance with codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards.
- Inspect foundations, framing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, access, life safety, and other functional elements.
- Consult with legal, fire, and public works staff regarding building, fire, life safety, zoning, and other code interpretations.
- Perform final inspections on new residential and commercial projects.
- Provide developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others with information about code requirements and alternatives.
- Inspect new construction, alterations, and remodeling projects for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance.
- Issue stop-work orders for work performed without permits or in an unsafe manner.
- Inspect buildings and structures for compliance with state codes and standards.
- Review damaged buildings for safe occupancy following fires or other occurrences.
- Conduct follow-up investigations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Establish and maintain accurate and complete case files.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
