ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector - Phoenix, AZ

Shums Coda Associates•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Shums Coda Associates, Inc. is seeking full-time Residential Building Inspectors for an immediate need in Phoenix, AZ. The Building Inspector I is an entry-level position where incumbents develop journey-level knowledge and abilities, initially performing routine inspections under supervision. The Building Inspector II is the journey-level class responsible for the full scope of assigned duties, including inspections, plan checks, and code enforcement. The Building Inspector III is the advanced journey-level class, also responsible for the full scope of duties, including architectural plan checks and administrative support.

Requirements

At least 2 ICC Residential Certifications
Minimum of 2 years experience in the residential/building construction industry or as a building inspector.
Working knowledge of the International Building Code, International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code.
Working knowledge of current construction methods, materials, tools and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
Ability to detect hazards and violations, and recommend corrective measures during field inspection work.
Ability to enforce regulations with firmness, consistency, tact and courtesy in field inspection work.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to remain calm, objective, and impartial under stressful conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, contractors, and the general public.
Competent use of laptop, word processing and inspection software.
Competent use of motor vehicle, portable radio, phone, ladder or scaffolding, tape measure, level, hand tools and reference codes.
The duties of this job occasionally require the employee to climb, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must have a high school diploma.
Must have a valid Driver License.
Must successfully complete standard background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Some college is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections of a more routine nature and learn policies and specific methods and techniques of inspection work (Building Inspector I).
Perform the full scope of assigned duties, including inspections, plan checks, and enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes (Building Inspector II & III).
Make inspections, perform plan checks, and enforce codes and regulations with independence and discretion (Building Inspector II & III).
Perform architectural plan checks and enforce codes and regulations (Building Inspector III).
Provide administrative support (Building Inspector III).