Northside Building Inspector

Responsibilities

• Enforces and interprets applicable laws and ordinances involving building, zoning, housing, and related codes.
• Examines plans and specifications for building construction and alterations, determines whether such plans satisfy the provisions of the building code, and approves or denies application for building permits.
• Inspects signs, storage tanks, and heating plants for compliance with applicable codes and other regulations.
• Reviews site plans and building plans based on State and local codes to insure safe and sanitary residential and non-residential development.
• Issues permits for new construction, additions, remodeling, demolition, etc. Calculates permits fees.
• Inspects all phases and components of new and existing residential and commercial structures for compliance with City, State, and Federal codes, including compliance with zoning and floodplain ordinances.
• Observes causes and extent of damage to buildings and structures. Inspects fire ruins.
• Issues warnings and orders and follow-up on all orders to comply, including court appearances. Issues condemnation order on dilapidated structures.
• Explains and interprets various code provisions and building and zoning to contractors, other City departments, and the general public.
• Ensures that proper licenses and/or registrations have been secured and are correctly displayed.
• Prepares reports, keeps records, and attends meetings including providing staff to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Provides customer service at the permit counter for customers, explaining policies and procedures and responding to questions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four-year apprenticeship plus two years’ experience as a Journeyman Carpenter, or two years in an educational degree in Architecture or related field required.
• At least four years related experience, 2 years of which are related to field inspection required.
• Possession of inspector certifications from the Department of Safety and Professional Services for UDC-Construction (UCI).
• Applicant should have the ability to obtain UDC-HVAC Inspector (UHI), Commercial Building (CBI) and Commercial HVAC (IFM) within six (6) months of employment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license and auto insurance in accordance with state of Wisconsin law required.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the construction and remodeling methods and materials.
• Considerable knowledge of pertinent State and local codes, especially those pertaining to decent, safe, and sanitary buildings.
• Good knowledge of zoning and business license regulations.
• Working knowledge of structural design, structural calculations, construction and heating practices, principles, and materials.
• Knowledge of condemnation requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic permitting process, and electronic plan review.
• Skill and ability to inspect a wide variety of buildings and structures for compliance with applicable codes and to locate and correct defects in buildings and structures.
• Skill and ability to utilize a computer and MUNIS software.
• Skill and ability to manage projects from plan review to final certificate of occupancy.
• Skill and ability to communicate in a clear and understandable manner.
• Thorough knowledge of ordinances, laws, and regulations relative to building construction, maintenance, and housing codes.
• Thorough knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in building construction.
• Ability to recognize faulty construction or hazardous conditions created by deterioration.
• Ability to read and interpret building construction plans, blueprints, technical sketches, and specifications and to recognize deviations from such plans in the construction process.
• Ability to organize, conduct, and follow through on investigations.
• Ability to enforce regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• Ability to prepare accurate records and present effective oral and written reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees, contractors, officials, and the general public.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
• Ability to act, make decisions, and justify action based on logic, good judgment, and rational thought.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four-year apprenticeship plus two years’ experience as a Journeyman Carpenter, or two years in an educational degree in Architecture or related field required.
• At least four years related experience, 2 years of which are related to field inspection required.

Post Job Offer Requirements

• Job offers for this position are contingent on the individual passing a pre-employment background check.

Work Environment

• Work is a mix of office and field work and involves inspection of various land use developments and construction sites.
• Must be able to lift, carry, or push items up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, electrical hazards, noise, height, and dust are common.
• Must have physical ability to enter into and inspect hazardous locations, climb stairs, reach above and below shoulders, walk, and bend.
• Must have physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office equipment, including but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copier, fax machine, etc.
• On a frequent basis, must have the ability to travel throughout the City.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• The City of Sheboygan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for the below 2026 benefits:
• Health Plan Employee Plan Monthly Premium of $92.66
• Employee & Spouse Plan Monthly Premium of $176.28
• Employee & Child(ren) Plan Monthly Premium of $159.80
• Family Plan Monthly Premium of $243.60
• Dental Plan Employee Plan Monthly Premium of $8.58
• Employee & Spouse Plan Monthly Premium of $17.32
• Employee & Child(ren) Plan Monthly Premium of $19.34
• Family Plan Monthly Premium of $28.43
• Vision Plan Employee Full Vision Plan Monthly Premium of $9.14, Materials Only Plan Monthly Premium of $6.10
• Employee & Spouse Full Vision Plan Monthly Premium of $18.25, Materials Only Plan Monthly Premium of $12.19
• Employee & Child(ren) Full Vision Plan Monthly Premium of $24.22, Materials Only Plan Monthly Premium of $16.18
• Family Full Vision Plan Monthly Premium of $24.22, Materials Only Plan Monthly Premium of $16.18
• Annual Employer HSA Contribution Contribution of $750 for Employee Plan Contribution of $1,500 for Employee and Dependent Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) PTO for non-represented employees prorated for remainder of first year of employment. Starting at 4 weeks for first full year of employment for full time staff.
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) State Retirement Pension. Participation required for eligible employees.
• Paid Holidays Eligible upon hire. 10 observed holidays each calendar year.
• Tuition Assistance Eligible after 6 months of hire.