Building Inspector

4LEAF, Inc•San Diego, CA

11d•$35 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

4LEAF is seeking qualified and experienced Building Inspectors I, II or III in San Diego County, CA. Candidates must be qualified to perform technical building inspections to enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. One to five years of industry experience is preferred. Must be certified through ICC, IAPMO and NFPA certifications are highly desired.

Requirements

ICC Certification(s) demonstrating knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction, including State Energy and Accessibility regulations.
Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
Maintain a healthy working relationship with contractors, builders, and the public.
Must have excellent customer service skills including good listening and negotiating skills.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must have excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Must be able to kneel, crouch, and climb tall ladders.
Must have a valid CA State driver’s license.
Applicants must be able to pass background check.

Nice To Haves

IAPMO and NFPA certifications are highly desired.
One to five years of industry experience is preferred.
Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

Inspection of new buildings, additions to, and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with the currently adopted editions of the International Building Code.
Articulate complex building issues to the public, contractors, designers, and owners, with an emphasis on building regulations pertaining to life/safety issues.
Identify and solve complex problems by conferring and providing information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives.
Field questions regarding building requirements.
Make independent analysis during the inspection process.
Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel regarding building-related issues.
The ability to read and interpret various codes and to apply good judgment in the enforcement of same.
Write clear and complete correction notices and inspection reports and perform other related tasks as assigned.
Analyze, interpret, and accurately check building plans, specifications and building codes.
Enforce codes with good judgment and impartiality.
Apply technical knowledge of building trades.
Performs duties within OSHA standards.