Building Inspector

Development Services is looking to fill a regular help position and a term position. The term position is set to end on 12/31/2023. For terms and conditions concerning the appointment of a Term employee, see Section 6.13j of the Butte County Personnel Rules.

Under general supervision, inspects ongoing construction projects to assure compliance with all building and construction codes, and with the building plans.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Receives inspection requests; retrieves and reviews permits; schedules and performs daily inspections; responds to and answers questions and concerns related to field inspections.
• Consults with architects, engineers, designers, contractors and homeowners concerning deficiencies with structural and non-structural requirements; responds to questions and concerns; resolves problems that arise due to code or structural design.
• Performs administrative duties; operates work counter and answers phones; receives and reviews requests for permits; accepts payment and issues permits; catalogs and maintains incoming paperwork and related documents.
• Operates and maintains vehicle; performs daily inspection; documents maintenance defects and malfunctions; schedules vehicle for required repairs as needed.
• Conducts inventory, orders and receives merchandise; stocks and maintains supplies.
• Performs plan check, field inspections; works with and responds to staff and public to address and correct areas of concern that arise during plan check, inspection and construction activities.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years construction or building inspection experience.
• Must possess and maintain certification as Building Inspector.
• May be required to obtain and maintain Disaster Response Certification.
• Employees hired into this classification must file statements of economic interest with the Butte County Clerk/Recorder.

• Worked in performed outside at a variety of building sites.
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 35 pounds.

Salary : $49,275 - $66,040