UCC Building Inspector 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • *Home Headquartered, PA

11d • Remote

About The Position

The UCC Building Inspector 2 position with the Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety offers an exciting opportunity to help keep communities safe. Each day brings a new challenge as you work with professionals across the construction field to ensure buildings meet important state standards that protect the public. Apply now to support safe and responsible development across District 1 East. This role focuses on inspecting buildings and construction projects to ensure they meet the requirements of the Uniform Construction Code and other safety laws. You help safeguard public spaces by reviewing plans, identifying hazards, and promoting compliance.

Requirements

• Three years of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, or other public use buildings for compliance with building and safety codes; or Four years of building construction work which included the performance of skilled trades duties in the electrical, structural, plumbing, or mechanical trades; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Possess a valid certification issued by the Department of Labor and Industry, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as an Accessibility Inspector/Plan Examiner, Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, and Energy Inspector.
• Possess a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia County before the date of hire.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of public and private buildings to verify compliance with safety, accessibility, and construction standards
• Examine construction plans and alterations to ensure they follow state laws and approved designs
• Report unsafe conditions and conduct follow-up inspections to confirm correction of violations
• Investigate public sector work locations to determine if structures, equipment, and materials meet safety requirements
• Recommend stop work orders and support enforcement actions through hearings and legal processes
• Maintain effective working relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, building owners, and code officials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed