BUILDING INSPECTOR

City of Torrance, CA•Torrance, CA

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About The Position

The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Building Inspector to be a part of the Community Development Department! The Community Development Department plays a vital role in the continued development, sustainable growth, and success of Torrance. CDD maintains the Building and Safety, Engineering, Environmental (Code Enforcement), the Geographic Information System (GIS) and Mapping, Housing, and Planning Divisions, which serve the community by overseeing redevelopment, comprehensive planning, zoning, housing programs, project planning, permitting, environmental stewardship, NPDES and building and code enforcement. The main purpose of the Building & Safety Division is to protect and promote public health, safety and general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings and structures. To accomplish this purpose, the Building & Safety Division provides inspections for new construction, buildings and remodeling of structures for compliance with the local, state and federal laws. One of the primary goals of the Building & Safety Division is to provide guidance to the public on safe building construction practices and to serve as a resource for building code and design issues. The Community Development Department is seeking an experienced Building Inspector to join their team. The Building Inspector inspects less complex buildings and structures, such as residential buildings, in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for compliance to City codes and applicable state laws, as well as adherence to plans, specifications and safety regulations. This position consults with and advises the public, contractors and builders regarding building laws and requirements, issues building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and any other permits, and performs related work as required.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school.
A minimum of three years of building trades construction work in any of the recognized building trades; OR three years experience working a public counter within a municipal or county building department charged with enforcing codes or municipal laws and processing permits; OR two years previous experience as a building inspector for a municipal or county building department.

Nice To Haves

ICC Building Inspector Certification
Experience working in the trades field
Extensive knowledge of building permit issuance guidelines
Ability to read blueprints, interpret building codes, and effectively work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated computer literacy with the ability to utilize a range of inspection-specific software programs
Flexibility and effectiveness in handling multiple or conflicting priorities
Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated self-motivation
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with management, staff, the public, contractors, utility companies, and public agencies.

Responsibilities

inspects less complex buildings and structures, such as residential buildings, in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for compliance to City codes and applicable state laws, as well as adherence to plans, specifications and safety regulations
consults with and advises the public, contractors and builders regarding building laws and requirements
issues building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and any other permits
performs related work as required

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