BUILDING INSPECTOR jobs in Detroit, MI

BUILDING INSPECTOR inspects initial construction and additional repairs to ensure adherence to contract specifications, building ordinances, and zoning laws. May be assigned to residential or commercial structures. Being a BUILDING INSPECTOR may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to supervisor or manager. The BUILDING INSPECTOR works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a BUILDING INSPECTOR typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Building Inspector
  • City of Livonia, MI
  • Livonia, MI FULL_TIME
  • SALARY INFORMATION

    $67,724.80 - $75,670.40 Annually

    • Starting Salary: $67,724.80
    • After Six Months of Successful Employment: $69,035.20
    • After One Year of Successful Employment: $72,072.00
    • Maximum salary is achieved after three successful years of employment.

    NOTE: Annual salary adjustments may also occur, based on collective bargaining agreements.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

    An employee in this classification works under the direction of a Supervisor as assigned and/or the Assistant Director of Inspection and the Director of Inspection/Building Official.


    The employee examines commercial, industrial and residential building plans for compliance with the building codes and inspects new construction work in progress for compliance with the codes. Duties include, but are not limited to, special surveys, enforcement of noise and sign ordinances, industrial and residential rehabilitation programs, enforcement of codes, licensing, grants and resolutions related to the above areas; answer questions from the public and works with the public, residents, owners, occupants and business operators to obtain compliance with the codes; and any other related duties as assigned. In addition, an employee in this classification may perform the general duties of a Code Enforcement Officer. Duties can include any combination of the assigned tasks at this time. Examples include:

    • Inspects existing buildings for possible building, electrical, plumbing and heating code violations
    • Prepares inspection reports
    • Investigates complaints
    • Issues warnings and violations
    • Appears in court and testifies as an expert witness
    • Enforces City Zoning and Code of Ordinances including more specialized and technical duties in the area of environmental control (such as vector programs) and neighborhood conservation

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND APPLICATION PROCESS

    By the closing date of this announcement, an applicant must:

    • Be a citizen of the United States or resident alien with the right to work in the United States; and
    • Possess a high school diploma or valid equivalency certificate; and
    • Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver's license and have an acceptable driving record; and
    • Be familiar with local, state and national building codes; have thorough knowledge of construction methods and techniques and have some knowledge of electrical, plumbing and heating codes; and
    • Have ACT 407 State Registration as Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer or be able to become registered within six months. If not ACT 407 state certified as Building Inspector and Plan Reviewer, candidates must have the credentials and experience needed to obtain Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer registration. Failure to obtain and maintain registration will be cause for dismissal. The State of Michigan requirements to become registered as a Code Official and Inspector are as follows.

    BUILDING INSPECTOR

    • Must have 4 years of experience actively engaged in the construction business; if you are a licensed residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor, please include a copy of your license; however, simply holding a license does not qualify an applicant for registration. See Rule R 408.30037.
    • Possess a license as an architect or engineer with the State of Michigan; a copy of the license must be included
    • Up to 2 years may be considered for completion of a recognized curriculum in a construction related field. (1 year, 2,080 hours for an Associate Degree; 2 years, for a Bachelor’s Degree) A copy of the degree must be provided.
    • A licensed or registered building inspector from other states, Canada, or other recognized countries with inspection experience in general building construction and who holds a master or certified building official certificate obtained from the International Code Council (ICC), defined as an inspector by the Skilled Trades Regulation Act, 2016 PA 407.
    • Work experience related to structural carpentry, structural masonry, structural steel erection, and structural concrete construction, or a person who oversees general building construction can be considered.
    • The following are examples of supporting documentation of work experience, which must be submitted with the application:
      • Building permits & inspection reports (if self-employed).
      • Letters of reference stating the type of work performed and the amount of time spent on each project.
      • Letters from employers on company letterhead and signed by an authorized company representative stating job duty, percentage of time spent on each duty, dates of employment, and number of hours worked per week. Please note: Character references cannot be considered towards work experience.


    NOTE: Preference will be given to applicants with additional state of Michigan ACT 407 certification in electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing classifications.

    NOTE: Original licenses, certifications, college transcripts, high school diploma or GED must be submitted at time of interview.

    NOTE: The applicant, at their own expense, must pass the state certification for building inspector and plan reviewer within six months from date of hire. Failure to do so shall be cause for dismissal.


    PARTS OF EXAMINATION AND WEIGHTS
    Interview - 100%

    NOTE: In the event the number of qualified applicants exceeds ten, an evaluation will be made of the applicants and the ten applicants with the most appropriate combination of experience and training will be invited to the interview. Candidates must pass the interview to be placed on the eligible list.
    NOTE: In the event the number of qualified applicants is three or less, the interview panel will be waived.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Knowledge of:
    • Construction methods and techniques, and have some knowledge of electrical, plumbing and heating codes
    • Safety standards applicable to building construction materials and methods
    • All phases of the standard procedures used in building installation and repair
    • City building, zoning and fire ordinances
    Ability to:
    • Detect structural and material faults in such areas as timber and soil capacities, steel and frame specifications and concrete standards
    • Analyze plans, specifications and other building data
    • Prepare and maintain records, reports, specifications and other data
    • Initiate and complete necessary court actions
    • Deal courteously and tactfully with others
    • Process code enforcement procedures to insure compliance
    • Adapt and improve methods and procedures used in performing assignments
    Skill in:
    • The detection of violations in all phases of the building trades


    NOTE: At the time of appointment, applicants are required to pass a pre-employment medical examination conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Livonia.

    PURPOSE: The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list to fill current, future, regular, and/or temporary vacancies.

    HOW TO APPLY: Applications can be completed anytime online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia. If work experience and/or specific skills are listed as qualifications, it will be the responsibility of the applicant to describe their experience and/or skills sufficiently in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application so that it may be determined if they meet the stated qualifications. Applicants who do not comply will be disqualified from further consideration. Attachments or resumes are not accepted in place of completing the information requested on the official application. Applicants will be notified by e-mail of the next steps in the examination process.

    PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Appointees must satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period before the appointment will be considered regular.

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Building Inspector
  • City of Livonia
  • Livonia, MI FULL_TIME
  • $67,724.80 - $75,670.40 Annually Starting Salary: $67,724.80 After Six Months of Successful Employment: $69,035.20After One Year of Successful Employment: $72,072.00 Maximum salary is achieved after t...
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Building Inspector - Licensed
  • City of Dearborn
  • Dearborn, MI FULL_TIME
  • **Position will typically hire at minimum pay and follow a step progression to maximum**This position is responsible for inspecting buildings to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances. Responsibi...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Building, Ordinance, and Rental Code Inspector
  • CITY OF TAYLOR GROUP
  • Taylor, MI OTHER
  • Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: City of Taylor Municipal Building - Taylor, MI Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $28.98 - $28.98 Hourly Job Shift: Day Jo...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Inspector
  • Intelligen-Ashlor Staffing
  • Trenton, MI FULL_TIME
  • Assembler We are seeking multiple entry-level automotive assembly and repair technicians to work on the day shift. We are looking for motivated people to work with automotive components to support aut...
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Inspector
  • Hampton Inn Livonia Detroit
  • Livonia, MI FULL_TIME
  • About Us: At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that...
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Safety Coordinator
  • KLA Laboratories
  • Dearborn, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Safety Coordinator Classification: Exempt Reports to: Director of HR Our Mission For alm...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Kitchen Utility Worker
  • Atria Senior Living
  • Waterford, MI
  • Responsibilities In the role of Kitchen Utility Worker you will help serve meals and clear/wash dishes from residents' t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Building & Maintenance
  • HAMADEH EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC
  • Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Description Position: Hamadeh Educational Services is looking for a School Building Manager to assist with the Building ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Utility Worker
  • Waltonen
  • Troy, MI
  • Independence Tooling is actively seeking a Utility Worker to join our team! Responsibilities General building & vehicle ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Administrator
  • Detroit Land Bank Authority
  • Detroit, MI
  • Job Description Job Description SALARY RANGE: $53,800 - $72,600 MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to return the city's bl...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Building Maintenance
  • Reefer Peterbilt / TRP
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • Job Type Full-time Description Inside Building In the morning make sure bathrooms are stocked with toilet paper, hand to...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Scheduler
  • Oasis Advanced Engineering
  • Lake Orion, MI
  • Job Description Job Description Company Description Oasis Advanced Engineering is a premier, small research and developm...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Utility Worker I
  • City of Dearborn, MI
  • Dearborn, MI
  • Salary: $41,113.00 - $52,080.00 Annually Location : Dearborn 48120, MI Job Type: Full time Job Number: 03008 Department:...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Detroit (/dɪˈtrɔɪt/, locally also /ˈdiːtrɔɪt/; French: Détroit, lit. 'strait') is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan, the largest United States city on the United States–Canada border, and the seat of Wayne County. The municipality of Detroit had a 2017 estimated population of 673,104, making it the 23rd-most populous city in the United States. The metropolitan area, known as Metro Detroit, is home to 4.3 million people, making it the second-largest in the Midwest after the Chicago metropolitan area. Regarded as a major cultural center, Detroit is known for its co...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for BUILDING INSPECTOR jobs
$53,104 to $71,740
Detroit, Michigan area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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