Building Inspector II
About The Position
Help build a better, safer future for business and residents in one of the largest, most diverse counties in the U.S. San Bernardino County's Land Use Services Department is looking for Building Inspectors II to join a dynamic team dedicated to outstanding service, innovation, and teamwork. Building Inspectors II are responsible for the enforcement of building standards to protect the public's health, safety, and property. Building Inspectors enforce compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations concerning building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and disabled access. Inspections include a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects under construction, including new, altered, repaired, and completed structures. For more detailed information, review the Building Inspector II job description. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as they occur.
Requirements
- Candidates must meet ONE (1) of the Certification options AND ONE (1) of the Experience options in order to qualify.
- CERTIFICATION OPTION 1:Possession of ICC certification (or equivalent) in the California Building Code in one (1) of the following Inspector certificates: Residential Building, Residential Plumbing, Residential Electrical, or Residential Mechanical. Possession of ICC Certification MUST be clearly listed in the Certification portion of the application.
- CERTIFICATION OPTION 2:Possession of ICC certification (or equivalent) as a California Commercial Building Inspector. Possession of ICC Certification MUST be clearly listed in the Certification portion of the application.
- EXPERIENCE OPTION 1:One (1) year full-time equivalent experience in a public Building and Safety agency as a combination building inspector where the primary duty is inspecting building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical projects for compliance with nationally recognized model codes and applicable state and federal regulations, and with the authority to issue notices of correction and violation.
- EXPERIENCE OPTION 2:Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience complying with public agencies on approved plans in a construction trade or closely related.
- License: A valid California Class C driver license is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
- Certification: Incumbents must maintain certification in the appropriate field from a recognized state, national, or international association as determined by the County Building Official. Incumbents shall complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education for every 3 year period.
- Pre-Employment Process: Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
- Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the Untied States.
Nice To Haves
- The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in CA Building codes, ordinances and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Enforcement of building standards to protect the public's health, safety, and property.
- Enforce compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations concerning building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and disabled access.
- Inspections include a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects under construction, including new, altered, repaired, and completed structures.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium Subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
- Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Perfect attendance leave
- Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Retirement Medical Trust Fund
- DCAP Account
- County Paid Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance 529 Savings Plan
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Wellness Program
- Commuter Services
- Employee Discounts
- Annual Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
