Job Opportunity | Building Inspector I | Olivette MO 

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Building Inspector I

SALARY RANGE: $47,993 – $66,560

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting in the application and enforcement of all applicable property maintenance, building, construction and zoning codes and regulations as adopted by the City of Olivette.

This position reports to the Director of Planning and Community Development. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, position with benefits including vacation, holidays, health, dental, life, long-term disability, pension and tuition assistance programs.

JOB DUTIES

 Code Enforcement – patrols, investigates and responds to structures within the City’s limits to monitor violations of maintenance codes.

 Zoning administration – assists in the review and compliance of all structures with the City’s zoning regulations.

 Permit Review – primarily reviews residential permit applications for construction, right-of-way usage, grading and stormwater management for compliance with all applicable Codes as adopted by the City Of Olivette. Assists the Building Inspector II in the review of non-residential permit applications.

 Inspections – primarily conducts residential inspections, including occupancy, to ensure that all phases of construction, alteration and repair adhere to plans, specifications and compliance with City codes. Assists the Building Inspector II in non-residential inspections.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

AND

• MINIMUM of 3-5 years in construction trades or related field.

• Knowledge of building and construction, including ability to read, understand and interpret construction plans. Must understand common methods of construction.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, professional certifications through the International Code Council (ICC) as:

  1. Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector (within 6 months of employment)
  2. Residential Plans Examiner or Residential Building Inspector (within 18 months of employment)

• Must have the ability to learn building related codes and ordinances adopted and enforced by the City, including currently adopted Building Codes and Zoning Ordinances. Must also have the ability to Interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

• Must have the ability to organize and process high volumes of work, often with many interruptions and competing deadlines.

• Must have ability to be resourceful and initiative to perform with minimum supervision.

• A valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

THE CITY OF OLIVETTE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.