Combination Inspector I, II, or III

Combination Inspector

An individual will be hired either as a Combination Inspector I, Combination Inspector II, or Combination Inspector III. Responsible for the inspection of new and existing construction for compliance with adopted building codes and city ordinances to ensure requirements for life, health, safety, and welfare of building occupants and the general public are met.

Pay Range : Depending on qualifications and experience

Combination Inspector I - $25.50 - $28.79

Combination Inspector II - $27.30 - $30.85

Combination Inspector III - $29.26 - $33.10

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned :

• Perform combination inspections, primarily building and mechanical.
• Perform inspections of new and existing residential, commercial, multi-family projects and all associated structures while under construction to ensure compliance with adopted codes and city ordinances.
• Perform inspections of existing buildings to verify compliance with requirements for Certificates of Occupancy.
• Review third party inspection and engineering reports / documents for compliance with approved plans and adopted codes.
• Use computerized permit tracking system to research and view building permit records and to obtain daily inspection schedules, create inspection routes, and accurately enter inspection results
• Provide computerized and / or written inspection results to customers.
• Provide consultation and / or respond to concerns and inquiries from citizens, contractors, builders, engineers, and other entities on all aspects of building inspection procedures, department policies, and the adopted building codes and city ordinances.
• Translate and communicate technical requirements to customers of varying technical knowledge / ability.
• Demonstrate a respectful attitude towards customers and coworkers that promotes teamwork, open communication, and effective customer service.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
• May perform occasional after hours / call-in inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Combination Inspector I

Combination Inspector II

Combination Inspector III

Licenses And Certifications

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent must possess mobility to work in and around city and private buildings, facilities, and construction sites, to operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to operate varied tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when completing field inspections. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Employees work in and around various buildings, facilities, and construction sites and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, heights, mechanical and electrical hazards, dust and hazardous physical substances and fumes.