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Building Inspector I/II (Yuba County)

Date Posted: 3/8/2019

Employer: Yuba County

Salary Range: See job description for details

Phone: 530-749-7860

Website: http://www.co.yuba.ca.us/

Closing Date: 3/22/2019

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Building Inspector I/II in the Building Division of the Community Development Services Agency. This position reports directly to the Supervising Building Official. This class is distinguished from Building Inspector III in that the latter handles the more complex, difficult and/or contentious inspections. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level if incumbents have met the minimum qualifications and have demonstrated the ability to perform the responsibilities required at the higher performance level. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn structural, framing, plumbing, electrical, energy consumption, disability access, zoning, property usage and occupancy, property maintenance, health, and nuisance violations, abandoned vehicles and related codes and inspection techniques. As experience is gained, inspections become more complex and are performed under more general supervision. 

 

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the various codes, rules, regulations, plans and construction technology as it pertains to the building trade. They have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with developers, property owners, engineers, and others to investigate and resolve complaints. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office to prepare written reports, correspondence and maintain accurate records and documentation.

 

Required Qualifications:

 

BUILDING INSPECTOR I MINIMUM: Graduation from high school and completion of a Building Inspection Technology Program from an accredited institution, or an equivalent Program as determined by the Appointing Authority and some related experience in the building trades OR Graduation from high school and possession of the four core I.C.C. Certificates or equivalent Certificates as determined by the Appointing Authority: Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing plus some related experience in the building trades. **Each I.C.C. Certificates or equivalent Certificates as determined by the Appointing Authority can substitute for up to 3 months of related experience or for up to 6 months of related education in a Building Inspection Technology Program.

 

PREFERRED: Possession of the four core I.C.C. Certificates or their equivalent as previously defined or possession of related technical certificate(s) and at least one year of related experience in the building trades.

 

BUILDING INSPECTOR II MINIMUM: Possession of the four core I.C.C. Certificates: Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing or their equivalent (Residential Combination Inspector Certificate); and two years of experience in the inspection and enforcement of building, zoning and related usage codes at the level of the County’s class of Building Inspector I.  Possession of the four core I.C.C. Certificates, or equivalent Certificates as determined by the Appointing Authority: Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing; and two years of experience in the inspection and enforcement of building, zoning and related usage codes at the level of the County’s class of Building Inspector I. 

 

PREFERRED: In addition to the II-level minimum, additional years of relevant experience in the building trades.

 

Licenses and Certifications: Possess all of the four core I.C.C. Certificates: Building, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing or their equivalent (Residential Combination Inspector Certificate) within two years as required by Health & Safety Code Section 18949.28(a) or subject to dismissal and prior to promoting to the Building Inspector II-Level. Maintain professional development and continuing education activities for valid certification as required by position. The ability to obtain a valid CA Class C driver’s license within ten days of employment and maintain throughout employment.

 

Special Requirements:  Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which may include Live Scan Fingerprinting. DMV printout prior to hire. Must file statements of economic interest with the Yuba County Clerk/Recorder. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

 

Working Conditions: Residential, commercial, or industrial properties or other facilities under inspection and potentially under construction. Work with exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals, uneven footing, inclement weather, temperature extremes, or other potentially dangerous conditions. May require work with exposure to potential hazards at various construction sites.

 

Special Requirements: There is a proctored written exercise scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2019. 

 

Final Filing Deadline: Friday, March 22, 2019 at 5:00 PM

Hiring Range Level I : $4,026 - $4,429 Monthly + Benefits

Hiring Range Level II: $4,400 - $4,840 Monthly + Benefits

 

To Apply:

 

ON-LINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps at https://www.calopps.org/yuba-county/job-19781071

 

OR

 

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a fillable Microsoft Word format or PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

 

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily as to not miss any important communication from the County.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.