Building Inspector

City of Fort Collins • Fort Collins, CO

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Building Inspector to join our Community Development and Housing Sustainability Department. This is a full time salaried position with the City with an anticipated hiring salary range of $70,904 - $98,925 a year! The ideal candidate will have a Colorado Journeyman or master's license in the plumbing or electrical field, and a valid driver’s license. Building inspection ICC certificates would be preferred. The Building Inspector is responsible for ensuring that construction projects within the community comply with local building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards. This role involves conducting inspections of residential, commercial, and public structures at various stages of construction or renovation, identifying code violations, issuing permits, and preparing detailed reports. The inspector works closely with contractors, property owners, and city officials to address issues and ensure that projects meet health, safety, and structural integrity requirements. Additionally, the position may involve reviewing building plans, providing guidance on compliance, and contributing to the enhancement of the community’s overall infrastructure and development goals.

Requirements

• Knowledge of structural, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Strong ability to read blue prints, site plans, and maps.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to read, interpret, and apply City policies, codes and regulations concerning building inspection compliance.
• Ability to use word processing and database software.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals using appropriate problem solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• High School Diploma or GED and or functionally related licenses or certificates
• 5 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Journeyman or master's license in plumbing or electrical.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or equivalent technical or vocational training
• Building Inspector and/or trade Certifications through International Code Council (ICC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects residential, commercial, industrial, and other properties to ensure that plumbing, electrical, mechanical and structural requirements are met.
• Examines site and/or construction plans for conformance with City building codes.
• Observes conditions and investigates complaints regarding City building code violations; issues notices for corrections to parties responsible for conformance.
• Obtains evidence and prepares reports concerning violations which have not been corrected.
• Interprets legal requirements and recommends compliance procedures to contractors, developers, craftworkers, and owners.
• Responds to inquiries or complaints regarding City building codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Keeps inspection records and prepares reports for use by administrative or judicial authorities.
• Conducts surveys of existing properties to determine lack of proscribed maintenance, housing violations, lack of zoning compliance, or hazardous conditions.
• Locates property owners to explain nature of inspection, investigation findings and discuss how to resolve problems.
• Issues official enforcement documents such as correction notices, stop work orders, summonses to court, etc.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED