Building Inspector Senior

Posting Date 08/31/23 Application Deadline 09/30/23 Pay Range $30.00 - $44.25 per hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Planning and Development About the Position The Building Inspector Senior is responsible for inspecting residential dwellings, industrial and commercial buildings, and swimming pools in construction. This position assures compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, and/or zoning codes. The Building Inspector Senior also provides training to new inspectors, oversees large-scale commercial projects, and conducts onsite plan reviews for the Permit by Inspector program. About Us Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services, from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review, we have positions that allow professionals in the planning, construction, engineering, and trade fields to shape the future of the built environment. If you're interested in being a change-maker and behind-the-scenes expert in the growth of Maricopa County, we have the job for you! Proud to Offer Perform work with a greater purpose Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Employee discounts for goods and services Learn more at maricopa.gov/5284/Why-Work-Here We Require Five years of experience as a building inspector or plans examiner Post-secondary education and/or journeyman-level experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or fire protection trades may substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis High school diploma or GED Possession of International Building Code and International Residential Code Certification Must obtain one additional specialty certification in Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, or Accessibility disciplines within one year of hire We Also Value Degree in Architecture, Building Safety Technology, Construction Practices, or related fields Experience performing inspections of commercial projects such as schools, high-rise buildings, hospitals, jails, shopping centers, hotels, churches, tenant improvements, and single/multi-family residential projects Supervisory experience at a municipality or in construction trades ICC/ICBO commercial/residential combination certifications and Plans Examiner certifications Job Contributions Inspect residential dwellings, industrial/commercial buildings, swimming pools, and appurtenances in the process of construction, alterations, or repairs for compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fuel gas, and fire codes Oversee daily construction and inspections of large-scale commercial projects Perform onsite plans review of residential remodels and commercial tenant improvements Provide training to building inspection staff Explain to contractors, owners, and developers the code interpretation or requirements that have been missed Communicate to the public and businesses, imparting the methods for correction of observed deficiencies or deviations from approved plans to determine and ensure compliance Write field inspection reports and notices in a clear, concise, and accurate manner Issue Stop Work Orders for construction being performed without required permits Use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or building plans and technical data/drawings to verify that construction complies with approved documents, including all related zoning case files Working Conditions Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire Exerting 50 - 100 pounds occasionally, 10 - 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 - 20 pounds constantly Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor, ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel. Requires some work in field locations with exposure to dust, construction and operational noise, strong odors, and uneven terrain. Fieldwork may occur in all weather conditions, including extreme heat. The maximum weight required to lift, push, pull, or carry is 50 pounds. Some inspections may require working at multiple stories above grade. Traveling from inspection to inspection in rural areas can require sitting for long periods. Protective Equipment Required Employer-provided: Hard hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that you may ask. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for the fastest-growing county in the nation, with over 4 million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!

Salary : $30 - $44