Building Inspector I, II, or III conducts inspections on work performed within the scope of their certification held for new and existing one- and two-family dwellings, townhouses, manufactured dwellings, and modular structures. A-Level certification conducts inspections and plan reviews on commercial work within the scope of their certification to ensure compliance with the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. Performs inspections of building and structures of all complexities and issuing approval or disapproval and writing correction notices; enforcing appropriate State specialty codes, ORS, OAR, County ordinances, and other related regulations; providing information regarding permits, specialty codes, and compliance procedures to architects, engineers, builders, and the public.
Responsibilities/Duties
Conducts plans reviews and field inspections of buildings and structures to as they apply to the applicable Codes, to verify compliance with State Building Codes
Recommends or takes appropriate corrective action to obtain compliance of construction projects with applicable codes
Assists other departments and the public regarding applicable building regulations
Investigates building code violations, interprets building code requirements and takes appropriate action
Answers code related questions and assist the public at the Building Division front counter, by telephone and by e-mail
OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATES/LICENSES
Building Inspector I or II:
Current Driver's License
Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)
Two (2) Oregon State Certifications at the "A" Level Inspector, or equivalent of two (2) "A" Level (to be determined by the Klamath County Building Official)
Building Inspector III:
Current Driver's License
Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)
Three (3) Oregon State Certifications at the "A" Level Inspector, or equivalent of three (3) "A" Level (to be determined by the Klamath County Building Official)
EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
Building Inspector I, II, or III (Multi-certified):
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent "GED". At least 3-5 years of experience working in jobs having similar duties or knowledge of principles and practices of structural building codes and government legal procedures and terminology in the area of structural building codes and regulations, materials, techniques, and safety standards.
Must have knowledge and skill in the following:
Basic development principles and processes
Reading, interpreting, and evaluating blueprints, plans, and specifications
Planning principles and land use regulations
Customer service principles
Reviewing plans for compliance with applicable standards and guidelines
Understanding and applying code standards
Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public
Must have demonstrated ability to:
Interpret and evaluate plans, specification, and engineering drawings
Work in sometimes adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time
Walk in rough terrain, stoop, bend, and crawl
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all times
Work independently as well as in a team setting
Physical Requirements:
A balance of time is spent in the field in all types of weather requiring the ability to drive a variety of vehicles, walk on uneven surfaces, climb into trenches and on ladders, crawl into confined spaces, etc., exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Excellent Benefits & Compensation
This is a full-time position with the Community Development Department. The starting hourly wage for this position is:
Building Inspector I: $24.46 per hour, with future increases extending up to a current maximum of $30.94 per hour.
Building Inspector II: $26.97 per hour, with future increases extending up to a current maximum of $34.11 per hour.
Building Inspector III: $29.73 per hour, with future increases extending up to a current maximum of $37.64 per hour.
Starting compensation is determined by Klamath County based upon skill. The normal work schedule is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. This position is classified as Non-Exempt by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) and, therefore, is eligible for overtime pay. This position is represented by the International Laborer's Union, Local 737.
Klamath County offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Employee benefits include the following: