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    Building Inspector - Pasadena, United States - City of Pasadena, CA

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    Description

    Salary :
    $74, $92,537.33 Annually


    Location :
    City of Pasadena, CA


    Job Type:
    Full -Time

    Job Number:

    24-179


    Department:
    Planning & Community Development


    Division:
    Planning

    Opening Date:

    03/07/2024


    Closing Date:
    Continuous


    The City of Pasadena, Building and Safety Division is seeking qualified, energetic, customer focused applicants for a combination Building Inspector to perform field inspections of residential and minor commercial buildings and structures.

    Building Inspectors verify compliance of design and construction to the California Building Standards Code including building, residential electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems to verify compliance with state and local building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, CAL Green codes, and related standards.

    Building Inspectors also provide assistance to residents, business owners, and the general public while maintaining records in both written and electronic form.


    IDEAL CANDIDATE

    The ideal candidate is technically minded, is detail-oriented, can approach situations in broad scope, and has a high regard for life-safety in the built environment.

    The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a superior attitude for being solution-oriented, has an aptitude for principles, methods, techniques of construction, and can readily apply building codes and standards.


    Please note:
    this recruitment is open continuous with first consideration given to those who apply by March 28, 2024. This recruitment may close at any time. Apply today
    Essential Functions

    The following represents some of the essential functions of the position. Assignments may vary. For more detailed information, please refer to the job description.
    Apply requirements of Tite-24 Building Standards Law and applicable standards; Possess and apply knowledge of building materials and apply enforcement in their installation; Possess and apply knowledge of building framing, framing member connections, load path, gravity and lateral load concepts; Knowledge and application of specialty codes for electrical systems, mechanical systems, plumbing installations, energy conservation, and green building standards; Enforcement of site conditions, including but not limited to: grading and drainage, zoning setbacks, fire setbacks, easements; Conduct field inspections at construction sites verifying compliance with building codes, zoning standards, and the Pasadena Municipal Code; Prepare clearly written and factual correction notices, written reports, electronic communication, and records for enforcement; Use of electronic devices for inspection and permit records, inspection results and documentation

    Qualification Guidelines


    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
    Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade or GED required.

    I.C.C certificate in any trade, required within one year of employment.


    Two years of experience with a public agency as an inspector performing combination inspections; or, four years of full-time experience in residential construction and/or commercial.

    Graduation from a recognized college with an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree in Building Construction Inspection, or any combination of education equivalent to completion of 30 college semester units in engineering, architecture, or building inspection is highly desirable but not required.


    CORE COMPETENCIES
    The following list represents some of the core competencies for this position; see the job description for more detailed information:
    Attention to Detail

    • Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
    Customer Focus - Attending to the needs and expectation of customers

    Handling Conflict

    • Managing interpersonally strained situations
    Teamwork

    • Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
    Customer Focus

    • Maintains open communication with internal and external customers and identifies opportunities for improved service.
    Mechanical Insight

    • Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact
    Professional and Technical Expertise

    • Applying technical subject matter to the job

    SELECTION PROCESS

    The selection process will consist of a minimum qualification review, a preferred qualifications review, a structured panel interview, and a department-level selection interview.


    VACANCY INFORMATION
    There is currently one vacancy in the Planning and Community Development Department.


    The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and similar vacancies in the future.

    Candidates selected for this position are subject to a one-year probationary work period.
    Special Requirements


    A Building Inspector (Combination) must operate a motor vehicle for the purpose of performing field inspections and other related duties.

    Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required.


    Possession of a valid I.C.C certification as a residential building inspector or residential combination inspector within one year of appointment.


    Effective January 1, 2013, new members to CalPERS or an agency with CALPERS' reciprocity or who have more than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency will be subject to the provisions of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and will receive the 2% @ 62 benefit formula.


    Employees who are current members of CalPERS or an agency with CalPERS' reciprocity, or who have less than a six month break in service between employment in a CalPERS (or reciprocal) agency and employment with the City will be enrolled in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula.

    All employees are required to pay the full employee contribution to CalPERS.

    Click link below to review the City's excellent benefits package

    01

    To further assist us with reviewing your qualifications, please answer the following questions. Please complete all sections of this form truthfully and completely. Your responses will be validated if you are considered one of the most qualified applicants.

    Although resumes will be accepted and evaluated, this form must be completed if the application is to be considered valid.

    Please select yes to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

    Yes
    No

    02

    Please indicate your highest level of education:

    Less than High School; No GED
    High School Graduation or Equivalent
    Some College
    Associate's Degree
    Bachelor's Degree
    Some Graduate School
    Master's Degree
    Doctorate Degree

    03

    Have you taken courses in the building construction trades, construction technology, construction management, or building code?

    Yes
    No

    04

    If you responded Yes to question #3, please list institution, dates of attendance, certificate obtained, and courses taken. If you responded No, enter N/A.

    05

    Do you possess a current valid I.C.C. certificate?

    Yes
    No

    06

    If you responded Yes to question #5, list certification(s) title and expiration date.

    07


    Select the option which best describes your years of experience performing the work of a building inspector in a public agency.

    Less than 3 years
    3-4 years
    5-6 years
    More than 6 years

    08


    Select the option which best describes your years of experience performing work in a construction trade for a private agency.

    Less than 3 years
    3-4 years
    5-6 years
    More than 6 years

    Required Question
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