Building Inspector Trainee/Level I/Level II

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County.

A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

This recruitment will remain open until vacancies are filled.

To advance to an interview, this position requires p ossession of at least one of the following valid International Code Council (ICC) certification(s):


* Residential Building Inspector


* Commercial Building Inspector


* Building Inspector


* Combination Inspector

The County of Riverside's TLMA Building and Safety department currently has an opportunity for a Building Inspector Trainee, Building Inspector Level I or Level II across Riverside, Temecula or Desert locations.

The Building Inspector Trainee is expected to learn building codes, ordinances and participate in closely supervised code interpretation and field work.

The Building Inspector - Level I is an entry level position allowing the necessary training to gain knowledge in building codes, ordinances, regulations, inspection techniques for building plans and creating inspection reports to frequently assist at public counters.

The Building Inspector - Level II will inspect residential, commercial and industrial buildings as well as mobile homes to ensure compliance with approved plans and relevant codes, ordinances and regulations.

They assist at public counters by issuing building and water quality permits and review residential building plans for adherence to applicable standards.

Competitive candidates should have hands-on experience with field inspections and overseeing construction projects from start to finish in both residential and commercial settings.

They should also demonstrate knowledge of the processes involved in tilt-up and multi-story commercial construction.

MEET THE TEAM! The County of Riverside Transportation & Land Management Agency (TLMA) is the umbrella agency for seven county departments.

They are the Planning Department, Building & Safety Department, Transportation Department, Code Enforcement Department, Environmental Programs Department, Aviation Department and the Administrative Services Department.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Building Inspector Trainee
• Attend classes on building codes, inspection techniques, building department operations, and public relations.

• Accompany qualified Building Inspectors on field inspections/investigations pertaining to environmental enforcement, including, but not limited to, water quality and habitat conservation, and grading inspections and/or violations.

• Provide public information over the counter and by telephone concerning the issuance and fee schedule for building and water quality permits.

• Perform basic, non-structural inspections (e.g., pools, BBQs, etc.).

• Learn to determine whether proposed structures conform to accepted standards regarding type of construction, specified construction materials, occupancy, building...