Building Inspector II

About Us: 

4LEAF, Inc. (4LEAF) is a professional services firm who specializes in providing plan review, project inspection, and on-call inspection services to municipal Building and Public Works Departments throughout the United States. 

Job Description:

4LEAF is seeking qualified building inspectors in Santa Barbara, California. Candidates must be qualified to perform technical building inspections to enforce compliance with building codes, regulations, and ordinances. Five years of industry experienced is preferred. Must be certified through ICC. DSA, OSHPD and CASp certifications are highly desired.

Key Duties:

• Inspection of new buildings, additions to, and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with the currently adopted editions of the International Building Code;
• Articulate complex building issues to the public, contractors, designers, and owners, with an emphasis on building regulations pertaining to life/safety issues;
• Identify and solve complex problems by conferring and providing information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives;
• Field questions regarding building requirements;
• Make independent analysis during the inspection process;
• Advise Planning, Engineering and/or Code Enforcement personnel regarding building-related issues;
• The ability to read and interpret various codes and to apply good judgment in the enforcement of same;
• Write clear and complete correction notices and inspection reports and to perform other, related tasks as assigned;
• Analyze,  interpret, and accurately check building plans, specifications and building codes;
• Enforce codes with good judgment and impartiality;
• Apply technical knowledge of building trades;
• Performs duties within OSHA standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and ordinances relating to building construction, including State Energy and Accessibility regulations.
• Understanding of the accepted safety standards, testing procedures and methods of construction.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• Basic understanding of the plan checking process.
• Computer knowledge and skills are desirable.

Candidates must: 

• Maintain a healthy working relationship with contractors, builders, and the public;
• Must have excellent customer service skills including, good listening and negotiating skills;
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Must have excellent critical thinking and decision making skills;
• Must be able to kneel, crouch, and climb tall ladders;
• Must have a valid California State driver’s license.

4LEAF anticipates paying $34.62 - $43.27 per hour commensurate with experience and skillset. 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• California Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road