BUILDING INSPECTOR I/II

The City of San Marcos

The City of San Marcos is searching for a Building Inspector to join their team. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, strong knowledge of building codes, analytical thinking, effective communication skills, problem-solving ability, integrity, adaptability, professionalism, and accountability.

Perks

• Earn a competitive salary
• 9/80 work week with every other Friday off
• Regular business hours of 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) and 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Fridays)
• Gain generous health benefits (all medical premiums employer paid at 90%)
• Ample time off (14 paid holidays, 96 hours of sick leave, 80 hours of vacation leave)
• Participate in the CalPERS retirement system (Classic members 2% @ 55, PEPRA members 2% @ 62) and Social Security
• Enroll in the Tuition Reimbursement Program, up to $1,500 per fiscal year, which can also be used for student loan payments

Representative Duties

• Perform plan checks, complex building inspections, and complaint investigations
• Determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies
• Understand and interpret building plans, specifications, and codes
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Keep accurate records and prepare comprehensive verbal and written reports
• Use a computer
• Use good judgment in the scope of assigned authority
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with City employees and the public
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community

Qualifications

• Building Inspector I: High school diploma required with advanced courses in building inspection/construction technology (minimum equivalent to 45 Community College units) with an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certificate; OR, one year of entry level construction experience with ICC Building Inspector Certificate; OR, Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field (i.e., engineering, architecture, etc.) with ICC Building Inspector Certificate. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are desirable.
• Building Inspector II: High school diploma required with advanced courses in building inspection/construction technology (minimum equivalent to 45 Community College units) with an International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector Certificate; OR, two years of journey level construction experience with ICC Building Inspector Certificate; OR, Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field (i.e., engineering, architecture, etc.) with ICC Building Inspector Certificate. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are desirable.