Inspector II

City of Glendale•Glendale, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, positions in this classification perform skilled work in the inspection of buildings and related structures. May inspect complex buildings or structures. Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following: Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards. Interprets and advises the public, contractors and builders of adopted ordinances and laws relating to buildings within the City. Conducts field inspections of residential, commercial, mixed-use and other types of buildings or structures to enforce life-safety, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, accessibility and related codes during various phases of construction for compliance with adopted Codes. Determines the acceptability of the work being done. Reviews and schedules daily inspection assignments and prioritizes inspection route; confirms inspection time windows with property owners, contractors developers and others. Reviews approved plans and other documents in order to be familiar with requirements for inspections to be performed. Issues notices to responsible parties involving improper or defective installations. Conducts final inspections of buildings to ensure compliance with adopted Codes. Maintains necessary records relating to inspection work. Coordinates inspection activities with other departments, divisions and agencies. Investigates construction related complaints; issues correction notices, notices of violation, stop-work orders and other citations, within limits of authority. Conducts special inspections and investigations such as housing, zoning and signs. Drives on City business as necessary. Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. When assigned as Sub-Trade Inspector, performs plan review of mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing plans for conformance with adopted Codes; approves plans and permit applications for permit issuance. Recommends condemnation of buildings found to be unsafe; reviews with supervisor on special problems. May review plans for compliance with Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing Codes. Approves trade permits for issuance.

Requirements

Eight years of recent journey level experience in construction work performed in conformance with Building, Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing Codes, or four years of recent inspection experience for or on behalf of a Building Department.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
College level course work in civil engineering, architecture, or related fields may be substituted for building construction experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for trade or construction work.
Two years college course work in a related field may be substituted for a maximum of one year of building inspection experience.
All individuals employed in the Building Inspection series classifications are required to complete a minimum of forty-five (45) hours of continuing education for every three year period.
Valid California Class C driver's license.
Certification as a Building Inspector, Combination Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, and/or Plumbing Inspector is required.
Certification from International Code Council (ICC) is acceptable.
However certification from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is preferred for plumbing and mechanical certificates.
Current City employees continuously occupying Building Inspector series classifications since 1994 are exempt from certification requirements.
Knowledge of: Building practices and terminology.
California Code of Regulations, Title 24 (Building Code, Residential Code, Green Building Code, Standards Code, Energy Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code and Electrical Code).
Construction safety laws, ordinances, requirements and practices.
Glendale Building and Safety Code.
Plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems and their respective codes.
Safety regulations and construction related sections of the Glendale Municipal Code.
Skill in: Identifying differences in specific construction materials.
Reading and interpreting building plans and specifications.
Working with personal computers and relevant software applications.
Ability to: Provide exceptional customer service to employees and vendors.
Deal calmly, politely and effectively with citizens, contractors, subordinates, and construction site personnel.
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Enforce building codes while not arousing undue hostility.
Engage in all aspects of inspection activities including, but not limited to, climbing ladders, walking on sloped surfaces, and accessing confined spaces.
Fairly and consistently apply standards, ordinances and other requirements when independently evaluating construction project compliance.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Inspect a wide variety of buildings to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and permits.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Provide exceptional customer service to those using the Community Development Department.
Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
Utilize a variety of Microsoft Office software programs.
Willingness to: Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Engage in all aspects of inspection activities including, but not limited to, climbing ladders, walking on sloped surfaces, and accessing confined spaces.
Work overtime as requested or required.

Nice To Haves

Certification from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is preferred for plumbing and mechanical certificates.

Responsibilities

Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
Interprets and advises the public, contractors and builders of adopted ordinances and laws relating to buildings within the City.
Conducts field inspections of residential, commercial, mixed-use and other types of buildings or structures to enforce life-safety, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, accessibility and related codes during various phases of construction for compliance with adopted Codes.
Determines the acceptability of the work being done.
Reviews and schedules daily inspection assignments and prioritizes inspection route; confirms inspection time windows with property owners, contractors developers and others.
Reviews approved plans and other documents in order to be familiar with requirements for inspections to be performed.
Issues notices to responsible parties involving improper or defective installations.
Conducts final inspections of buildings to ensure compliance with adopted Codes.
Maintains necessary records relating to inspection work.
Coordinates inspection activities with other departments, divisions and agencies.
Investigates construction related complaints; issues correction notices, notices of violation, stop-work orders and other citations, within limits of authority.
Conducts special inspections and investigations such as housing, zoning and signs.
Drives on City business as necessary.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.
When assigned as Sub-Trade Inspector, performs plan review of mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing plans for conformance with adopted Codes; approves plans and permit applications for permit issuance.
Recommends condemnation of buildings found to be unsafe; reviews with supervisor on special problems.
May review plans for compliance with Mechanical, Electrical and/or Plumbing Codes.
Approves trade permits for issuance.