Job Description

Building Inspector - Waukesha WI

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity improvement service teamwork and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers our clients residents and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Building Inspector to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. Youll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform field inspections during various stages of construction
• Read and examine plans and specifications when required
• Report violations and maintain files/records
• Perform other related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
• Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions
• Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members the general public contractors governmental entities and other clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management organization and attention to detail skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• State of WI Commercial Building Inspector license or ability to obtain prior to start date required
  • *Commercial Building Inspector license can be acquired by exam or by providing proof of one of the below*
    • ICC Building Inspector certification (residential and commercial)
    • ICC Commercial Combination Inspector certification
    • ICC Combination Plans Examiner certification
    • ICC Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Mechanical Inspector certifications
    • ICC Building Plans Examiner and Mechanical Plans Examiner certifications
    • WI architect registration OR
    • WI Engineer registration
• Additional State of WI certification(s) are a plus
• Experience in municipal code inspections preferred
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mobility & Movement:

• Frequent walking standing climbing bending stooping crawling or kneeling to conduct inspections.

• Ability to climb ladders scaffolding or unfinished stairways to access roofs attics crawl spaces and other elevated or confined areas.

• Occasional lifting carrying or moving objects up to 2550 pounds (e.g. inspection tools plans or small equipment).

Vision & Hearing:

• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans technical documents and observe construction details.

• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.

• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors workers and the public in noisy environments.

Manual Dexterity:

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools operate inspection equipment and use computers/tablets for reporting.

Work Environment:

• Work performed in both office and field settings.

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat cold rain snow) and construction site environments (noise dust uneven terrain).

• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

COMPENSATION: SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health dental vision life and disability insurances a company car and fuel coverage paid holidays paid time off matching 401K Plans wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

More About SAFEbuilt: employees are our greatest asset with exceptionally certified individuals in all departments including Planning & Zoning Code Enforcement Fire Prevention and Engineering as well as full-service and supplemental Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees exploring innovative technology and giving back to our communities.

In partnership with over 1200 communities our talented experts make a difference in the cities and towns where we live and work. Through quality people and consistent service SAFEbuilt plays an important role in continually improving lives by developing safe thriving communities.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin gender identity gender expression age disability veteran status or any other protected factor.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at or you may call us directly on .

Required Experience:

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