Building Inspector

Description

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.
• Maintains computer logs of inspection reports, entering inspection results into permitting software.
• Performs daily field inspections of residential, commercial and public facility construction projects.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).
• Maintains accurate records to document inspections, test results, and additional details pertaining to inspections.
• Interacts with the public and explains technical information to both technically and non-technically trained individuals.
• Provides recommendations regarding interpretations of City, State, Federal, and Construction standards, as well as local ordinances.

Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Work performed in both office and field settings.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment
• MN Limited Building Official or Certified Building Official
• Read and understand residential and commercial plans and engineering calculations for building components to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required
• Candidate must stay familiar and up to date with different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain).
• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.
• Experience in field inspections preferred
• Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understand and use smart phone and tablet functions and applications
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance