BUILDING INSPECTOR/COMBINATION (3917 FT) (3918 PT)

City of San José

BUILDING INSPECTOR/COMBINATION
(3917 FT) (3918 PT)
CERTIFIED (3915 FT) (3916 PT)

CLASS CODE: 3915
DEPARTMENT: Planning, Building, & Code Enforcement	ACCOUNTABLE TO: Building Inspector, Supervisor	FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CLASS SUMMARY:
Incumbents are responsible for performing a wide variety of inspection related duties with minimal supervision. Duties may include: conducting inspections of industrial, commercial, manufacturing, and residential facilities to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, and standards; investigating zoning, code, building, construction and land use changes in the field; gathering factual data to ascertain present use of land and location of structures; inputting data into system for general public access; assisting in the review of projects; setting up inspection schedules; generating written reports and enforcement orders; checking plans for compliance with codes; providing technical assistance for the development of new codes; and, coordinating smaller projects.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Building Inspector is the first level in a three-level series. The Building Inspector is distinguished from the Permit Technician class which is responsible for providing technical support and over the counter assistance. The Building Inspector is distinguished from the Building Inspector, Supervisor which is required to manage projects and has supervisory authority.

Training and Experience (positions in this class typically require):
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.); or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Building Inspector positions require four years of varied construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, electrician, or related contractor, including one year in a supervisory capacity; or two years of combination inspection experience for a public agency and two years of construction related experience equivalent to the above.

Licensing Requirements (positions in this class typically require):

Valid California Driver’s License.

Building Inspection positions may require:

ICBO Certification.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry and depending on area of assignment):
Knowledge of:

Applicable laws, rules, codes, and regulations;
Inspection practices;
Judicial procedures and practices;
Public administration principles;
Basic building and plumbing principles;
Basic mechanical principles;
Basic electrical principles;
Basic construction principles;
Safety principles;
Customer relation principles.

Skills (position requirements at entry and depending on area of assignment):
Skill in:

Using electrical or mechanical measuring tools;
Using computers and applicable software;
Performing inspections;
Reading and interpreting technical documents, plans, ordinances and blueprints;
Preparing and giving oral presentations;
Preparing formal written documents;
Operating photographic and video equipment to document evidence;
Resolving problems;
Making decisions;
Preparing sketches and drawings;
Keeping records;
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

DUTY NO.	TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)	FRE-QUENCY
1.	Conducts inspections of industrial, commercial, manufacturing, and facilities to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, standards, and contract agreements which includes: setting up inspection schedules; gathering information and evidence; and, ensuring conformance to plans, specifications, and safety regulations.	Daily50%
2.	Investigates building, construction, and land use changes in the field by: gathering factual data to ascertain present use of land and location of structures; conducting background investigations and research; and, preparing reports to use as evidence.	Daily15%
3.	Provides technical assistance for development of codes and policies.	Daily5%
4.	Generates written reports and enforcement orders which includes noting deficiencies in standards and submitting final documentation.	Daily10%
5.	Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with codes which includes assisting in projects in complying with regulations, prioritizing deficiencies, and preparing timetables.	Daily10%
6.	Provides technical support for agencies and the public which includes inputting data into system for general public access.	Daily5%
7.	Meets with architects, engineers, City officials, and building contractors to discuss construction projects.	Weekly5%
8.	Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.	As Required

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Incumbents assigned to the Building Inspector class are responsible for:

Performing field inspections, issuing permits, scheduling inspections, and reviewing plans and specifications for building projects.

Physical Requirements:
   Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
   Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, gases, poor ventilation, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.
   Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

NOTE:
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Classification History:
Date: 10/99
Rev: 07/01
3915s004