Building Inspector

Elmhurst IL • Elmhurst, NY

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About The Position

The Building Inspector inspects new and existing industrial, commercial, and residential properties, as well as other building and construction, for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards. The inspector advises developers, engineers, architects, property owners, and others on code requirements, alternatives, and City policies and procedures, and addresses complaints and problems. The role investigates existing-building complaints to determine appropriate usage and whether hazardous or life-safety conditions exist.

The position reviews plans and specifications during inspections of building and related construction, including installation, remodeling, replacement, and repair. It documents inspections and enforcement actions, maintains accurate records, prepares reports and correspondence, and issues notices to correct code violations. The inspector collects and maintains evidence for non-compliant cases and testifies in court as required. The role also maintains knowledge of construction technology, methods, materials, and codes through regular training, contributes to team effectiveness, organizes work and meets deadlines, and interacts courteously and cooperatively with the public and staff.

The posting also describes responsibility for planning and zoning services, including administering a comprehensive planning and zoning program to provide current and long-range planning services.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles, practices, codes, and regulations related to building inspection.
• Knowledge of building construction concepts, materials, and terminology.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations and computer applications related to the work.
• Knowledge of business and engineering mathematics.
• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including filing and operation of standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of record-keeping principles and practices and correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of techniques for working collaboratively with the public, in person and over the telephone.
• Knowledge of procedures for documenting inspections, correcting violations, and carrying through on court procedures as required.
• Geographical knowledge of the City.
• Ability to interpret and apply methods, practices, procedures, codes, and regulations to building inspection.
• Ability to explain codes, regulations, and procedures to engineers, architects, developers, property owners, and the public.
• Ability to conduct harmonious discussions and persuade others of desired courses of action.
• Ability to perform residential and basic commercial inspections, document inspections, and follow through with code-violation procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, meet critical deadlines, understand and follow oral and written directions, and maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to enforce laws, ordinances, and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to compose correspondence independently or from brief instructions.
• Ability to contribute effectively to team or work-unit goals, objectives, and activities and maintain effective working relationships.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the role.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new and existing industrial, commercial, and residential properties and other building and construction for compliance with codes, regulations, plans, specifications, and standards.
• Explain code requirements, alternatives, and City policies and procedures to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, and others; resolve complaints and problems.
• Investigate complaints about existing buildings to determine appropriate usage and whether hazardous or life-safety conditions exist.
• Review plans and specifications during inspections of building and related construction, including installation, remodeling, replacement, and repair.
• Document inspections and actions taken; maintain accurate records; prepare written reports and correspondence; and issue notices to correct code violations.
• Collect and maintain documentary evidence in non-compliant cases and testify in court as required.
• Maintain knowledge of construction technology, methods, materials, and codes through regular training.
• Offer suggestions and direct or participate as an active team member to contribute to unit service effectiveness.
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and ensure deadlines are met by other staff.
• Interact courteously and cooperatively with the public and staff and promote a harmonious, effective workplace.
• Administer a comprehensive planning and zoning program to provide current and long-range planning services.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• City contribution each year of half the cost of the deductible to the employee HSA
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed