Local Building Inspector

City of Somerville, MA•Somerville, MA

37d

About The Position

Under the supervision of a supervisory employee of higher grade who reviews work, rules and regulations; inspects ongoing and completed construction to determine compliance with the Massachusetts' state building code and any other applicable state or city statutes, rules and regulations, ordinances and/or bylaws; approves or disapproves plans for the construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair of buildings or structures. Makes field inspections to determine the safety and stability of existing structures and buildings; approves and issues building permits; issues certificate of use and occupancy; responds to complaints and problems regarding building code violations; inspects fire-damaged buildings; investigates and prepares the inspectional service's division's position for presentation to the court concerning the violations of the building code, zoning ordinances and other related rules and regulations; makes reports and keeps records of inspections and investigations. Maintains required ma building inspector license and performs required continuing education and training. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Working knowledge of inspection procedures.
Complete knowledge of relevant municipal operations.
Knowledge of construction methods.
In accordance with m.g.l. chapter 143, s.3, must have at least five (5) years of experience in the supervision of building construction or design and two (2) years experience in municipal/state code enforcement or, in the alternative, a bachelors degree in a field relating to building construction/engineering or design.
Must be a licensed construction supervisor.
Must be certified by the bbrs in accordance with the provisions of 780 cmr r7.
Experience reading, interpreting and applying the Massachusetts state building codes 780 cmr; working diagrams, plans and specifications for building structures; standard references and charts for checking specifications and code standards and tables and charts.
Ability to acquire a general knowledge of the provisions of the local and state zoning ordinances.
Knowledge of basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
Must possess a current valid Massachusetts Class III drivers license.
Access to a motor vehicle during all working hours.
Must be computer literate, with good oral and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

inspects ongoing and completed construction to determine compliance with the Massachusetts' state building code and any other applicable state or city statutes, rules and regulations, ordinances and/or bylaws
approves or disapproves plans for the construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair of buildings or structures
Makes field inspections to determine the safety and stability of existing structures and buildings
approves and issues building permits
issues certificate of use and occupancy
responds to complaints and problems regarding building code violations
inspects fire-damaged buildings
investigates and prepares the inspectional service's division's position for presentation to the court concerning the violations of the building code, zoning ordinances and other related rules and regulations
makes reports and keeps records of inspections and investigations
Maintains required ma building inspector license and performs required continuing education and training
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

4 weeks annual vacation for non-union positions. Union positions vary by contract. Please note, police officers are members of the SPEA union.
Medical insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) - 80% of premium costs paid by City
Dental coverage low and high plans through Cigna
Vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP)
Long term disability through Sun Life
Group and voluntary life insurance through Boston Mutual
Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending through Benefit Strategies
Deferred compensation plans through a choice of three vendors
Free, confidential services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by E4Health
Annual cancer screening & wellness release
Somerville Retirement Pension System
Tuition reimbursement
MBTA pass program
FREE Blue Bikes membership
Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)