Building Inspector

Website City of Montrose

 

Salary: $57,567.00 Annually

Basic Purpose of the Job:
Under supervision, inspects buildings and issues permits. Recommends changes to codes, attends meetings, hearings and
presents views on inspections. Provides enforcement pertaining to building codes, municipal codes and zoning.

Essential Functions:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills
and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and
tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Review permit applications for fences, plumbing, gas, mechanical, solar projects and issues permits as a backup of
the Building Services Technician. Accept “over the counter” building permit applications for decks, sheds and similar
projects and reviews for code compliance as assigned.
Inspect residential, commercial, industrial, and other buildings during construction to insure that components meet
provisions of International building codes and City specifications and standards. Keep record of inspections
performed, actions taken, and corrections recommended and secured. Issue Certificates of Occupancy on completed
construction activity.
Inspect building projects constructed for the City by outside contractors for compliance to plans and specifications.
Inspect building internal water supply systems, drainage and sewer systems, and air and gas piping systems for
approved materials, specified pipe sizes and connections, required grade and fitting and ventilation.
Provide general public information and education on City codes and procedures. Work with citizens and contractors
to ensure compliance.
Answer inquiries from the public related to compliance with structure design standards and regulatory practices.
Respond to citizen complaints regarding potential code violations. Investigate and determine existence of housing,
health, public safety, property maintenance, and building code violations. Recommend corrective actions to bring
about compliance; determine time frames for compliance achievement; issue notices of violations and citations.
Investigate building code violations and code enforcement of municipal codes. Respond to citizen complaints
regarding code violations. Monitor construction activity within City limits for “construction without a permit” and
property maintenance violations. Issues violation notices and letters of non-compliance.

 

Job Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree.
Two (2) years college and five (5) years experience in the building and construction field or any equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Licensures & Certificates (must be active and current.):
High school diploma or general education degree.
Current Colorado driver?s license with acceptable record.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Must possess ability to work in a standard office setting; attend meetings at various sites within and away from the City with
some evening and/or weekend hours required; strength to lift and carry materials up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed
materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate with employees and the public. Works primarily
in clean, comfortable office environment; subject to many interruptions and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
Outside work, with exposure to elements, may require driving and walking during inclement weather.

To apply for this job email your details to mvelasquez@cityofmontrose.org