Building Inspector - Bakersfield, United States - County of Kern

County of Kern
County of Kern
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Bakersfield, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Position Information:


EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Written Exam :
will be conducted on May 22, 2024.


Examinations:


Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of construction trades; applicable laws, codes and regulations; and, safe work practices and other related topics.

  • Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
This position works within the Kern County Public Works Department. For more information about the department, please view their website here.


Minimum Qualifications/ Employment Standards:


  • High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, AND three years of related construction experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
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Additional Requirements:


  • California Drivers License
  • Building Inspector
must obtain Certification in one (1) of the following categories within twelve (12) months of initial appointment. Failure to obtain certification will result in termination.


International Code Council (ICC) Certification in one or more of the following categories:

  • Building Inspector
  • Electrical Inspector
  • Mechanical Inspector
  • Plumbing Inspector
  • OR
  • Office of State Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), Class A Certification.
  • Full Job Description for: Building Inspector.

About Kern County:


  • Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
To learn more about Kern County, click here or follow us:

High Performance Culture

  • Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. LaunchKern is Kern County's continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.

Growth Mindset

  • We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information:


  • Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.


Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.


This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate an immediate appointment will be made at the Public Works Department.

Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.

  • For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits

  • As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:

Health Insurance:
(Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Retirement Program:
Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA).

This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.


Deferred Compensation:

This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.


Social Security Administration:

Note:
Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:

  • The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
  • The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

Employee Assistance Program:
EAP is available to help you take control of your life

Voluntary Benefits:
Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can b
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