Building Inspector

Willdan • Meadville, PA

12d • $30 - $35

About The Position

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., is hiring a full-time UCC-Certified Building Inspector in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The inspector examines commercial, residential, and industrial properties before, during, and after construction to assess compliance with applicable safety, structural, and building code requirements. The role also includes documenting inspection results, communicating findings to homeowners and contractors, addressing code questions, and coordinating with other inspectors. The inspector provides field guidance, training, and mentoring, and conducts ride-alongs to offer supervision and performance feedback. The position requires UCC certification, HVAC and electrical experience, at least three years of experience working with jurisdictions as a Building Inspector, and municipal experience. The physical requirements include lifting or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

• UCC certification is required.
• HVAC and electrical experience are required.
• At least 3 years of experience working with jurisdictions as a Building Inspector.
• Municipal experience.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after construction to assess compliance with safety, structural, and building code regulations.
• Issue violation notices, stop-work orders, and construction permits.
• Document inspection results.
• Communicate inspection findings to homeowners and contractors.
• Coordinate with and assist other field inspectors, including picking up additional inspections as needed.
• Explain and clarify code-related problems with contractor field personnel.
• Communicate and uphold standards consistently.
• Conduct building damage assessment inspections.
• Pursue continued education.
• Train and mentor current inspectors and coordinate and assist with selecting and training new staff.
• Follow up on phone calls and complaint issues.
• Handle customer service inquiries from walk-ins seeking clarification on code-related issues.
• Serve as a resource for inspectors in the field.
• Interpret and apply standards and regulations for building, electrical, elevator, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
• Conduct ride-alongs with field inspectors to provide ongoing supervision and feedback on job performance and consistency in field calls.
• Monitor developments in the inspections field and incorporate them into programs as appropriate.
• Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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