Building Inspector

City of Oxnard•Oxnard, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Oxnard’s Community Development Department is seeking a Building Inspector with strong technical knowledge to be a part of the team. This classification is distinguished from the Code Compliance Inspector in that it is focused on inspecting building, construction and/or electrical systems and compliance with codes, specifications, safety and quality standards. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines. The normal work week is Monday through Friday, 8:00 to 5:00 PM. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment, but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work. These class specifications represent only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department. Prioritizes and performs inspections to ensure building and site safety by providing review of plans, sites and permits; monitors construction activities; conducts field inspections; monitors construction schedules and compliance with job specifications; performs plan checks and inspects electrical building systems and installations; monitors traffic control measures; and/or reviews requirements and enforces regulations by providing technical guidance and expertise. Receives and responds to inquiries; conducts research of code requirements; provides customer service and support to contractors, developers, utility companies, agencies, business owners, engineers, architects and/or the public; provides information; resolves issues and problems. Prepares and files permits, supporting documentation and reports for project completion; prepares progress payment information; maintains reports, files and records; enters and maintains data. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Positions assigned to building inspection may be responsible for: Providing inspection and enforcement of local, state and federal codes, regulations and standards for building safety Inspecting structural systems for building construction Inspecting non-structural exterior and interior systems for land development, utility and other life-safety requirements Approving or denying the continuation of construction based on compliance with codes, regulations and approved building plans Preparing and filing permits, reports and supporting paperwork Researching code requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of vocational training in civil engineering, construction technology, or a related field
Three (3) years of related experience
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
Building Inspector certificate issued by the International Code Council upon hire or within the first twelve (12) months of employment
Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
Proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings during various stages of construction to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.
Enforce building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and fire codes.
Investigate violations and check complaints regarding building procedures.
Work closely with the Code Compliance Division and the Fire Marshal’s office.
Coordinate work with plans examiners and permit technicians.
Enforce planning and zoning regulations.
Provide information to the public regarding codes and ordinances.
Confer with owners, architects, and engineers regarding construction design.
Review records, plans, maps, specifications, and similar documents.
Utilize computer technologies during field inspection and office-related activities to keep records and prepare reports.
Prioritize and perform inspections to ensure building and site safety by providing review of plans, sites and permits.
Monitor construction activities.
Conduct field inspections.
Monitor construction schedules and compliance with job specifications.
Perform plan checks and inspect electrical building systems and installations.
Monitor traffic control measures.
Review requirements and enforce regulations by providing technical guidance and expertise.
Receive and respond to inquiries.
Conduct research of code requirements.
Provide customer service and support to contractors, developers, utility companies, agencies, business owners, engineers, architects and/or the public.
Provide information.
Resolve issues and problems.
Prepare and file permits, supporting documentation and reports for project completion.
Prepare progress payment information.
Maintain reports, files and records.
Enter and maintain data.
Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Provide inspection and enforcement of local, state and federal codes, regulations and standards for building safety.
Inspect structural systems for building construction.
Inspect non-structural exterior and interior systems for land development, utility and other life-safety requirements.
Approve or deny the continuation of construction based on compliance with codes, regulations and approved building plans.
Prepare and file permits, reports and supporting paperwork.
Research code requirements.