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Accepting Online Applications Only at www.cob.org/jobs
Closing Date/Time: Fri. 06/18/2021 4:30 PM Pacific Time
The salary ranges for each position are:
Building Inspector I $29.20 - $35.52 per hour
Building Inspector II $30.93 - $39.55 per hour
This recruitment process will create a Civil Service eligibility register that will be used to fill vacancies as they occur. The department currently has one (1) Full Time vacancy.
Successful candidates will be placed into the position commensurate with their experience and certifications. Starting hourly rate is at Step 1. This position is represented by a union.
NATURE OF WORK:
Inspects residential, commercial and industrial buildings. In accordance with established procedures, evaluates structural, plumbing, mechanical, and other building systems for compliance with applicable codes and other regulations related to the safety, health and welfare of the public. The person in this position approves or disapproves the work completed by a contractor or builder. Notes problems or code violations and makes recommendations to the contractor on how to make corrections to meet the code(s).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (BUILDING INSPECTOR I)
- High school graduation or equivalency (GED).
- International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector certification or Residential Plans Examiner certification required at time of hire
- A minimum of three years of journey level experience in building construction trades; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the applicant with the knowledge and skills to perform the job required.
- Experience and/or training as a building inspector with a municipality is preferred.
- Other recognized certifications from ICC or Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) are desirable.
- Must secure and maintain the following certifications within one year of hire:
- ICC Residential Building Inspector Certification
- ICC Residential Mechanical Inspector Certification
- ICC Residential Plumbing Inspector Certification or IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Certification
The City of Bellingham values diversity in its work force & is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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