ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector - Phoenix, AZ

Shums Coda Associates•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Shums Coda Associates, Inc. is a privately held company providing professional Building and Safety Consulting Services to jurisdictions to verify conformance with Building Codes. We are seeking full-time Residential Building Inspectors for an immediate need in Phoenix, AZ. Building Inspector I The Building Inspector I is the entry level class in the Building Inspector series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform inspections of a more routine nature and learn policies and specific methods and techniques of inspection work. This classification is alternatively staffed with Building Inspector II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class. Building Inspector II The Building Inspector II is the journey level class responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections, performing plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in both field inspections and plan checks. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Building Inspector, in that the latter is responsible for supervision and performance of more complex inspection and assignments. Building Inspector III Building Inspector III is the advanced journey level class responsible for performing the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents are considered skilled in making inspections as outlined in the Inspector I and II classifications, performing architectural plan checks and enforcing codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes. The work requires independence and discretion in administrative support, field inspections and plans examination. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Building Inspector, in that the latter is responsible for supervision and performance of more complex assignments and an advanced level of supervising personnel.

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 public.
Competent use of laptop, word processing and inspection software.
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.
Perform the full scope of assigned duties.
Make inspections, perform plan checks and enforce codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes.
Perform architectural plan checks and enforce codes and regulations in a broad range of building and related codes.
Provide administrative support, field inspections and plans examination.