Building Inspector
Job Description
Are you a building inspector with at least 2 years of experience or have 5 or more years’ experience in the construction trades? If so, we may have an opportunity for you! At The City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public’s interest, and being a part of our community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability, commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future-focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. It makes The City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Our Development Services Department is looking for an Building Inspector to join our team. You'll be responsible for inspecting residential and commercial projects for the applicable construction codes while providing exceptional customer service to building owners, occupants, contractors, and the general public. Individuals with International Building and Residential Code inspection experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates meeting the requirements for additional experience and certifications may be eligible to be placed in a higher job classification and salary range.
- Inspects residential and commercial construction for adherence to approved plans and specifications and for compliance with City building codes and regulations.
- Prepares and issues correction notices, stop work orders, and other official notifications to appropriate individuals or organizations.
- Coordinates and assists with issuance of temporary certificates of occupancy (TCO) and permanent certificates of occupancy (CO).
- Communicates with internal and external customers regarding assigned projects or general inquiries related to building codes and construction issues.
- Understands and recognizes issues to properly resolve public safety concerns involving construction projects.
- Maintains records of building and inspection activity and completes related reports.
- Researches and assists in resolving problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, construction, and code compliance cases.
- Responds to technical and sensitive building issues.
- Assists in resolving customer service issues, either personally, by telephone, or in writing and maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions.
- Meets with architects, developers, contractors, property owners, design professionals, engineers, other City departments, governmental agencies, and the public to resolve safety and other compliance problems.
- Coordinate between different disciplines and inspection teams.
- Attends meetings with internal and external customers regarding policies & procedures, addressing construction concerns, and contributing to administrative needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Review & Inspection Supervisor, Inspection Services Manager, or Building Official.
- Employee must operate a company vehicle to visit client sites or perform off-site services.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- Knowledge of and ability to accurately apply national, state, and local adopted codes and general construction codes.
- Knowledge of general to complex construction practices
- Ability to effectively apply discretion and evaluate methods to meet applicable codes when encountering unique or challenging issues during construction.
- Ability to work well across a wide spectrum of customers and contractors.
- Ability to read and understand plans and design documents associated with single-family, or multi-family residential, or commercial construction.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Skilled in operation of computer software and technology needed to perform primary duties.
Education and Experience Requirements
Primary Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Two or more years’ experience as an inspector for a jurisdiction, enforcement agency, or similar entity is preferred.
- Five or more years of relevant experience in construction trades.
- ICC/IAPMO Inspection certification is required. (New hires must obtain certification within 12 months of start date.)
- Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
- Valid driver's license required; regular driving is an essential function of the job.
Secondary Experience:
- Five or more years’ experience as a construction superintendent or foreman.
- Two or more years’ experience in combination building, mechanical, plumbing inspection or clearing & grading inspection.
- ICC and/or equivalent ICBO, IAPMO inspection certifications preferred
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work involves walking on smooth or uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
- Work may routinely require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
Other
This is a full-time, union represented position represented by Teamsters Local 763 (206.441.0763).