Building Inspector I

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to perform inspections for compliance with Municipal, State, and National code and identifies defects and potential hazards. Performs residential and commercial building inspections. Receives and reviews applications for construction. Consults with engineers, architects, developers, contractors, owners, and the general public.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Schedules and performs inspections of industrial, commercial and residential structures for compliance with applicable codes
• Consults with engineers, architects, developers, contractors and owners regarding the provisions of the building codes, ordinances, laws, and design criteria and requirements; makes recommendations and solves construction problems
• Reviews permit applications and plans prior to inspections.
• Submits complaint documents to the State of Michigan
• Conducts follow-up inspections; prepares cases for court enforcement; provides court testimony on building code violations; maintains records and prepares reports on activities
• Receives walk-in clients and callers, ascertains nature of business; responds to inquiries and/or routes to the appropriate person; responds to trade professionals and citizen interests or complaints, exercising judgment in accordance with applicable regulations or policies
• Authorizes and issues use and occupancy permits, building permits, violation notices and stop work orders
• Utilizes computer system to obtain information and make result entries for completed inspections
• Conducts research for code requirements, product specifications and application requirements as the they relate to a project.
• Performs enforcement follow-up and/or courtesy inspections prior to permit issuance.
• Performs related work as required
  
  

Minimum Training And Experience

• High School diploma
  
  

--AND--

• At least four (4) years of experience in the building or construction trade at the journey level
  
  

--OR--

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
  
  

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Registered Building Inspector with the State of Michigan
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license
  
  

Other Necessary Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of building and structural elements
• The methods, materials and techniques used in building construction
• Reading and interpreting construction plans
• The various building codes and standards to be enforced
• City geographic layout, street locations, quadrant and addressing systems
• Safety practices and equipment
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Organization and department operations, services and policies
  
  

Skill In

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
  
  

Ability To

• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Prioritize, organize and perform work independently
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Inspect work being performed and determine adherence to code
• Review, read and interpret building code, construction details and plans
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Multitask between different tasks and communications
  
  

Other Information

Benefits For This Position Include

• Medical, Dental, and Vision administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield, starting on first day
• 6% Employee & 6% Employer matching 401a
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to master’s degree
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness program
• Voluntary benefits including: term life insurance, flexible spending account, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
  
  

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you possess four (4) years of experience in the building or construction trade at the journey level?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

If you answered "yes" to the last question, please share how many years of experience you have and where you received your experience.

04

Are you a registered Building Inspector with the State of Michigan?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you possess a valid Michigan driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question