Senior Building Inspector

About the role

The City of Avondale is seeking a Senior Building Inspector to join the Development Services Department. This position requires a strong background in building inspection and compliance with local and national building codes.

Responsibilities

• Performs building inspections for compliance with the City’s adopted building life safety codes including architectural/structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy efficiency, and accessibility on projects ranging from minor residential to complex commercial buildings.
• Schedules, routes, and generates inspection schedules and reports for daily inspections.
• Inspects alterations and modifications to existing structures and swimming pools.
• Issues stop-work orders for unpermitted or unsafe work and investigates complaints involving unsafe structures and code violations.
• Evaluates field conditions and works to achieve compliance through approved alternatives.
• Exercises independent technical judgment in the field regarding materials, methods, and installations to determine compliance with adopted codes, approved construction documents, and the intent of applicable code requirements.
• Maintains accurate and complete inspection records through daily field reports and documentation of inspection activities.
• Collaborates with City departments and divisions, other municipalities, external agencies, and utility providers to support inspection and code compliance activities.
• Provides assistance and clarification of City policies and procedures.

Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree or graduation from a trade school in a related field or any combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of current applicable codes, regulations, and standards; new codes and changes to existing codes; new methods, materials, trends, and advances in the profession.
• Three (3) years of experience working with complex residential/commercial construction projects.
• Residential Building Inspector (B1) Certification is required.
• International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector (B2) is required within twelve (12) months of hire.
• This position must obtain one (1) additional certification from the International Code Council within twelve (12) months of hire.
• A valid Arizona Driver’s License is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Select from the options below your highest level of completed education.
• Select from the options below what experience you have working with complex residential/commercial construction projects.
• Do you currently obtain a Residential Building Inspector (B1) Certification?
• An International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector (B2) certificate is required within twelve (12) months of hire. Please indicate your certification status from the options below.
• This position must obtain one (1) additional certification from the International Code Council within twelve (12) months of hire. Please indicate your current certification(s) from the options below.
• This position requires a valid Arizona Driver's License or the ability to obtain one at the time of hire. Which of the following best describes your current licensing status?

Skills

Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is also required.

Benefits

The City of Avondale offers a comprehensive benefits package with outstanding health and wellness benefits, financial perks, work-life balance, and more. Explore our Benefits Guide for full details!

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate inspection needs.