Description and Essential Functions
POSITION SUMMARY
To perform routine inspections of residential buildings, swimming pools, and similar structures during all phases of construction, alteration, remodel or repair to ensure compliance with provisions of building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes and ordinances; and to perform related work as assigned.
Relocation allowance: Newly-hired employees in this position may receive up to $5,000 relocation allowance for expenses incurred for the relocation of the employee and their immediate family to San Diego County.
Referral program: This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program. Eligible employees that make a successful referral will receive either 16 hours of leave or a referral payment of up to $3,000.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: learn and perform routine inspections of buildings and structures to ensure they are being constructed in accordance with the building regulations, in a safe manner, and in accordance with approved plans and specifications; inspect quality of materials and methods of construction; look for construction or alterations being performed without proper building permits; learn and apply pertinent codes, ordinances, and regulations and learn office and field operations of the division; operate City vehicles skillfully and safely; keep work related records using a computer; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Completion of the twelfth grade and one year of experience as a building inspector. An Associate's degree or responsible experience at the journey level in the building trades can substitute for the year of experience.
License and Certificate: A valid California driver's license. Valid Residential (B1) and Commercial (B2) Building Inspector certificates, OR a valid J1-CA Residential Building Inspector and I1-CA Commercial Inspector certificates from the International Code Council (ICC) must be obtained within two years of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: basic methods and practices of conducting building inspections; basic safe work methods and safety regulations; principles and practices of customer service; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to: learn and apply building and related codes and ordinances enforceable by the City; learn and apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine work and materials; learn to inspect and analyze standard building construction and identify violations; learn and follow pertinent rules, laws, and policies relative to area of assignment; enforce codes and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality; maintain accurate records, checklists and logs, and prepare correspondence; stay abreast of changes in building and related codes; drive City vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; keep work related records using a desktop and handheld computer; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
On a continuous basis, sit at a desk, walk, or stand up for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; may lift or carry weight of up to 20 pounds. Drive a motorized vehicle, walk on uneven surfaces, kneel, stoop, bend, walk on scaffolding, and climb up or down slopes and ladders, while conducting field inspections. See in the normal vision range with or without correction, read typical business documents, plans, and computer screens; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed both outdoors and indoors; the performance of fieldwork tasks requires exposure to a variety of weather conditions; work with exposure to traffic, noise, physical barriers, and around heavy equipment or around potentially hazardous substances, and slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoors work is performed in a carpeted and air-conditioned office environment with fluorescent lighting and moderate noise level. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
Additional Information
Recruitment No. 25477106
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. If e-mail address is unavailable, notifications will be sent via standard U.S. mail.
Note: The written examination is tentatively scheduled for July 24, 2025.
