Building Inspector - Temporary - City of Kirkland

Minimum Salary: $36.46 per hour
Maximum Salary: $42.90 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary
Department: Planning & Building
Open until filled.
(Open to current employees and the general public.)

Summary

Incumbents are responsible for inspecting construction of new industrial, commercial, multifamily, and single family buildings, and remodel work to existing structures, to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, thereby ensuring minimum standards for fire and life/safety codes, structural integrity, and public welfare.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Inspect buildings and structures to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations relating to building construction, mechanical systems, plumbing systems, state energy code requirements, local zoning requirements, and job site erosion control.
2. Investigate compliance complaints and, if necessary, mediate a resolution.
3. Respond to public and contractor inquiries concerning interpretation of the National Electrical and related codes, construction problems, and City administrative procedures.
4. Inspects nonstructural problems with building sites, such as surface water problems and inadequate access, and assures that they are corrected or referred to the appropriate City department.

NOTE: This is a full-time, benefited temporary position, with funding through December 31, 2020.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of local, state, and regional/international building codes
2. Considerable knowledge of the standards and practices of building construction, mechanical systems, plumbing systems.
3. Maintains knowledge of the various changes in local, state, and regional/international building codes which are of technological changes in building materials and changing architectural philosophies. This will require attendance at college-level courses and/or trade seminars as they become available, provided they are necessary to achieve objectives.
4. Knowledge of construction techniques and material.
5. Must have or be able to learn basic keyboard and computer skills.
6. Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
7. Skill in interpreting codes.
8. Skill in organizing and prioritizing tasks.
9. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise, and diplomatic manner.
10. Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with engineers, architects, coworkers, supervisor, the general public etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
11. Must be able to navigate typical construction sites which involve walking, climbing ladders/scaffolding, crawling, and being exposed to inclement weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or GED and three years of construction or inspection experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.  Must have good oral and written communication skills.

Incumbents must have and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License and International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector Certification within one year from date of hire.  The ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector and either the ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector certification or the IAPMO UPC Residential and Commercial Plumbing Inspector certification must be obtained within two years from the date of hire.

Hours of Work

Typical hours of work for this position are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Working Conditions & Physical Activities

The position is driving to or being at construction sites a majority of the time.  Potential hazards at construction sites might include falling objects, loose footing, and construction equipment.  The position may be required to climb ladders, occasionally walk on scaffolding, crawl in crawl spaces, and be exposed to inclement weather and adverse conditions.  The incumbent will be subject to call-back during off-duty hours to assist emergency personnel with assessing electrical systems.  The incumbent is expected to perform as an emergency worker in the event of a disaster.

Union Affiliation

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, Municipal Employees Union (AFSCME).  Membership options available upon hire.

Selection Process

Applicants who are invited to participate in the interview process will be notified by phone or email.

Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. First review of applications will be on June 3.

Candidates who are selected will be required to complete a Criminal History Background Check and submit a Driver's Abstract.

Special Note

This opportunity includes a full benefit package: 100% paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee and dependents, free health clinic, generous employer deposits to HRA/VEBA account, deferred compensation plan, 2x annual salary life insurance, vacation and sick leave accruals, paid holidays, free on-site parking, on-site workout facility, wellness club, transportation incentive, and much more!

Attachments

Location
City Hall
123 5th Ave
Kirkland, WA 98033