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Building Inspector I/II

Salary

$66,788.80 - $96,116.80 Annually

Location

La Mesa City Hall, CA

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

25-16

Department

Community Development

Opening Date

04/28/2025

Closing Date

5/9/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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Position Summary

If you are an individual who loves working out in the field on development and construction projects in the community, your job satisfaction begins here!

The City of La Mesa has an exciting career opportunity to join our Community Development Department as a Building Inspector I/II. This position will contribute to the Department’s responsibility to land development programs and services to help create a safe, healthy, and economically viable community

*Building Inspector I: $32.11 to $42.01

*Building Inspector II: $35.33 to $46.21

Building Inspectors for the City of La Mesa are key contributors in fulfilling the mission of the department, ensuring that the La Mesa community is safe, healthy, and viable. Employees in this job classification inspect residential, commercial, and industrial buildings at various stages of construction, alteration, or repair; examine residential plans that are submitted for a building permit; investigate violations and complaints and conduct enforcement actions; and otherwise participate in overseeing building activity to ensure public safety and compliance with model codes and State and local building regulations.

Building Inspector I: This is the entry level class in the Building Inspector series. This class is distinguished from the Building Inspector II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related building inspection work experience; however, the incumbent is expected to have significant experience in the building trades and certification as a building inspector is required within six months of h ire. Advancement to the "II" level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the full range of building inspections, possession of required certifications, and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.

Building Inspector II: This is the full journey level class within the building inspection series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Building Inspector I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including the performance of the more complex inspection projects. Advancement to the II level is based on management judgment and/or certification or testing which validates the performance of the full range of job duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this are flexibly staffed and may be filled by advancement from the I level, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience.

*Note: The selected candidate may be hired as either a Building Inspector I or Building Inspector II, depending on candidate's qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for these two classifications. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

+ Perform field building inspections of both residential and commercial buildings; ensure that structures are being constructed in accordance with approved plans and specifications; inspect all aspects of building construction, including plumbing, electrical, structural, and mechanical installations, for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations; note defects in construction work and issues correction notices.

+ Provide information and assistance to architects, engineers, contractors, builders, and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret applicable codes, ordinances, and zoning regulations.

+ Assist at the public counter; review routine plans and specifications; issue permits and collect fees.

+ Maintain a variety of files and records related to areas of assignment; input and retrieve information into computer data bases daily; prepare reports, correspondence, and a variety of other written materials as requested.

+ Receive and investigate complaints on industrial, commercial, and residential conditions, health hazards, and safety hazards, conduct enforcement actions.

+ Conduct pre-construction inspections of swimming pools and grading at construction sites for compliance with regulations.

+ Perform related duties as required.

For more details regarding the duties, responsibilities, and qualification guidelines for these positions, please select the following link(s) to the job description:

+ Building Inspector I (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lamesa/classspecs/746661?keywords=building%20inspector&pagetype=classSpecifications)

+ Building Inspector II

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Specialized training in building technology, architecture, engineering, fire safety or a related field is desirable.

Experience:

Building Inspector I: At least one year of experience as a Building Inspector or five years of experience in the building trades.

Building Inspector II: At least t wo years of experience as a Building Inspector or six years of experience in the building trades.

License or Certificate:

Building Inspector I:

+ Possession of an ICC Building Inspection certificate is required within six months of appointment.

+ Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California valid driver's license

Building Inspector I I:

+ Possession of an ICC Building Inspection certificate. Possession of ICC certification as a Combination Building Inspector is desirable.

+ Possession of an appropriate California valid driver’s license.

Examination Process

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter,on-line application and a completed supplemental questionnaire by the closing date . Unless specifically stated otherwise in this announcement, all requirements must be met at the time of application, and all required licenses and certificates must be current and valid.

Candidates whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the City will be invited to participate in the examination process for this position. The examination process may consist of any or all of the following components: Appraisal interview and skills test.

*SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, May 9, 2025 - Recruitment Closes

Thursday, June 12, 2025 - Initial Interview Panel - Virtual

*Please note, all dates and/or timeframes are subject to change.

NOTE: The Building Inspector position and will be filled at either the I or II level of the position depending on the selected candidate's education, experience and other job-related qualifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation and medical exam.

The City of La Mesa is an Equal Opportunity and ADA compliant employer. All qualified candidates and veterans are welcome to apply!

The City of La Mesa offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Click here (https://www.cityoflamesa.us/DocumentCenter/View/22734/General-Employees-Unit-July-2024-PDF) for a summary of Employee benefits.

For additional detailed information regarding salaries and benefits, please review the La Mesa City Employees Association MOU. (https://www.cityoflamesa.us/DocumentCenter/View/11348/La-Mesa-City-Employees-Association-MOU-PDF?bidId=)

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. Resumes in lieu of this questionnaire will not be accepted. Please be as descriptive as possible in your responses. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have the equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by the completion of college level course work or specialized training in the areas listed below? Please check the selection or selections below that accurately reflect your background in regard to your completed education.

+ Equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade

+ Building Technology

+ Architecture

+ Engineering

+ Fire Safety

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Please indicate how many years of full-time experience you have as a Building Inspector.

+ No experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ At least 1 year but less than 2 years

+ 2 years or more

04

Please indicate how many years of experience you have in the building trades.

+ No experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ At least 1 year but less than 3 years

+ At least 3 years but less than 5 years

+ 5 years or more

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Describe your experience in performing building construction inspections, such as structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, disabled access, energy and residential fire sprinkler systems. If no experience in this area, type "N/A."

06

Describe your experience investigating complaints or conducting code enforcement actions for housing or building code violations. If no experience in this area, type "N/A."

07

Describe your experience in the checking of building plans and specifications for residential and/or non-residential structures for compliance with applicable codes. If no experience in this area, type "N/A."

08

Describe your experience providing customer service to the public on a face-to-face basis or over the telephone. Include any relevant experience with code compliance or enforcement. If no experience in this area, type "N/A."

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Do you possess an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Building Inspector? If yes, please attach a copy to your application.

+ Yes

+ No

10

I understand that if I currently do not possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification that I would be required to obtain one within six months of appointment.

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you possess a valid California Driver's License or equivalent? Or do you have the ability to obtain this license?

+ Yes

+ No

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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL): The City of La Mesa Human Resources Division uses e-mail to notify our applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following: 1. Ensure that the e-mail address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share e-mail addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our e-mails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mail notifications, i.e., for the non-delivery of e-mail or if you fail to check your e-mail inbox on a timely basis, etc. 2. Carefully read any notices that we send in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

City of La Mesa

Address

8130 Allison Avenue La Mesa, California, 91942

Phone

619-667-1175

Website

http://www.cityoflamesa.us

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