SENIOR BUILDING INSPECTOR
Apply NowCompany: City of Banning, CA
Location: Banning, CA 92220
Description:
Salary : $97,801.60 - $132,308.80 Annually
Location : Banning, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00007
Department: Community Development
Division: Building & Safety
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Under general supervision, oversees and performs a wide variety of skilled plan examinations of structures to ensure compliance with the City's Municipal Code, California Building Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Energy Codes; applicable Federal and State regulations. Performs technically advanced and complex inspections of residential and commercial buildings and their components, directs and supervises field inspectors and Building Division counter personnel.
ABOUT THE CITY OF BANNING
The City of Banning is located in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Southern California. The community of over 30,000 people is diverse with income levels slightly lower than other areas of Riverside County. However, growth and development is occurring rapidly, which will create new jobs, increase the population and raise income levels. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving our Proud History, Creating a Prosperous Tomorrow, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.
CITY VISION
The City of Banning promotes and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and friendly environment, fosters new opportunities and provides responsible, fair treatment to all and is the pride of its citizens.
CORE VALUES
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Performs complex plan checking tasks related to residential, commercial and industrial construction projects throughout the City. Acts as project coordinator for routing plans and tracking status of plans while they are being checked by the Building Division and other City Divisions. Performs complex inspections of structures and electrical, mechanical and plumbing installations in the City. Assists building inspectors with inspections when necessary. Provides information to the public relating to the requirements of established building codes. Writes reports relating to the review plans for and the inspection of new and existing structures in the City. Plans, directs and reviews the work of building inspectors and Building Division counter personnel. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or GED AND two (2) years of building inspection and/or code enforcement experience AND two (2) years plans examination experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
Must have at the time of application an International Code Council (ICC) Certification AND Plan Review. Must have at the time of application and must maintain a California driver license. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous machinery. May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be subject to call out and/or call-back.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of ICC-IRC Residential Building Inspector (B-1 Certified) and ICC-IBC Commercial Building Inspector (B-2 Certified).
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous machinery. Depending on the needs of the City, incumbents in this classification will be required to obtain and maintain additional licenses or certifications
and C.E.U. May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be subject to call out and/or call-back or stand-by schedule with a response to an emergency within thirty (30) minutes.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to one hundred (100) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The City of Banning is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and candidates for employment will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex/gender, race, national origin, religion, creed, color, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.
While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer
and Employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.
RETIREMENT: New employees with recent service with CalPERS pay up to 7% of the employee rate with the 2% @ 60 Plan and 3 Year Average formula. New hires with no CalPERS service as of January 1, 2013, will pay 6.2% of the employee rate and will be subject to the 2% @ 62 Plan, with 3 Year Average formula and a mandatory contribution of normal costs as established by the new Pension Reform Act Law. The City also participates in Social Security.
AGENCY SHOP/DUES DEDUCTIONS: Employees may choose to join Teamster Local 1932 Mid-Management and Professional Unit and pay their service fee in an amount not to exceed the standard initiation fee, periodic dues and general assessments of Teamsters Local 1932.
CITY PAID BENEFITS: City employees can participate in an employer paid CalPERS mid-tier HMO Healthcare Plan. Participating employees also provides cafeteria benefit money to use for dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and supplemental benefits. r. Employees who reside within City limits shall receive $150 per month as a discount against the cost of electric and water service during the period of such residency.
LIFE/DISABILITY INSURANCE: The City pays for a basic life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000. Employees pay for short and long term disability plans with a 7-day elimination period.
HOLIDAYS/VACATION/SICK/BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: City employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday per year. After completion of probation period: Ten (10) days annual vacation, additional vacation after five (5) years up to a maximum of twenty (20) days. Twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. Up to five (5) working days of bereavement leave for immediate family members.
OTHER BENEFITS: $275/mo. for possession of a Master's Degree. $350/mo. vehicle allowance.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: The City has a mandatory policy for all employees of direct deposit of payroll checks.
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Please indicate your highest level of education:
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Do you currently possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification?
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Certification: Indicate which ICC (or equivalent) Inspection Certifications you possess in the California Building Code.
04
Do you have experience working with CA Building codes, ordinances and regulations?
05
Please indicate the amount of experience you possess as a building inspector.
06
Please select the level of experience you possess processing and review of building plans and permit applications.? If you have experience, it must match the information that you provided in the "Job Experience" section in your application.
07
Please describe your experience processing and review of building plans and permit applications (if no experience, type N/A).
08
Describe your experience applying federal, state and municipal codes, ordinances and regulations related to building construction and/or engineering to assist the public and the development community in obtaining permits.
09
Are you available to work evenings, weekends and holidays if needed?
10
Many important notifications such as test or interview invitation, and other special information are only communicated via e-mail. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the City of Banning to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Moreover, please add hr@banningca.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being blocked or filtered as spam/junk email from your email provider. The City of Banning will not consider allegations of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration. Please note, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. I understand the above information and instructions.
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Location : Banning, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00007
Department: Community Development
Division: Building & Safety
Opening Date: 03/04/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY
Under general supervision, oversees and performs a wide variety of skilled plan examinations of structures to ensure compliance with the City's Municipal Code, California Building Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Energy Codes; applicable Federal and State regulations. Performs technically advanced and complex inspections of residential and commercial buildings and their components, directs and supervises field inspectors and Building Division counter personnel.
ABOUT THE CITY OF BANNING
The City of Banning is located in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Southern California. The community of over 30,000 people is diverse with income levels slightly lower than other areas of Riverside County. However, growth and development is occurring rapidly, which will create new jobs, increase the population and raise income levels. Our employees are the most important asset in preserving our Proud History, Creating a Prosperous Tomorrow, and in responding to the community's needs. The City provides competitive salaries, outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities.
CITY VISION
The City of Banning promotes and supports a high quality of life that ensures a safe and friendly environment, fosters new opportunities and provides responsible, fair treatment to all and is the pride of its citizens.
CORE VALUES
- Integrity: We are ethical, accountable and compliant with our responsibility to the public and community.
- Yes-Minded: We recognize diversity and maintain a positive attitude to do all we can to serve the community in the safest and most responsible manner.
- Teamwork: Demonstrates ability and willingness to work collaboratively with a team.
- Communication: Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and individuals to who service is provided.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Performs complex plan checking tasks related to residential, commercial and industrial construction projects throughout the City. Acts as project coordinator for routing plans and tracking status of plans while they are being checked by the Building Division and other City Divisions. Performs complex inspections of structures and electrical, mechanical and plumbing installations in the City. Assists building inspectors with inspections when necessary. Provides information to the public relating to the requirements of established building codes. Writes reports relating to the review plans for and the inspection of new and existing structures in the City. Plans, directs and reviews the work of building inspectors and Building Division counter personnel. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
- Knowledge of applicable city, county, state and Federal statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes,
administrative orders and other operational guidelines and directives. - Knowledge of the City's and the Department's policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of construction and engineering concepts.
- Skill in reading, understanding, interpreting and applying relevant city, county, state and Federal statutes, rules,
regulations, ordinances, codes, administrative orders, policies and procedures and other operational guidelines
and directives. - Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and/or demands.
- Skill in working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
- Skill in conducting effective plan reviews and building inspections.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, staff, vendors, contractor visitors, the general public and others having business with the City of Banning.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
- Skill in directing and evaluating the work of subordinate employees.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or GED AND two (2) years of building inspection and/or code enforcement experience AND two (2) years plans examination experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
Must have at the time of application an International Code Council (ICC) Certification AND Plan Review. Must have at the time of application and must maintain a California driver license. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous machinery. May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be subject to call out and/or call-back.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of ICC-IRC Residential Building Inspector (B-1 Certified) and ICC-IBC Commercial Building Inspector (B-2 Certified).
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals and/or dangerous machinery. Depending on the needs of the City, incumbents in this classification will be required to obtain and maintain additional licenses or certifications
and C.E.U. May be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. May be subject to call out and/or call-back or stand-by schedule with a response to an emergency within thirty (30) minutes.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to one hundred (100) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The City of Banning is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and candidates for employment will be recruited, selected, trained, promoted, compensated and, if necessary, disciplined or terminated without regard to sex/gender, race, national origin, religion, creed, color, marital status, veteran status, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law.
While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer
and Employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the job change.
RETIREMENT: New employees with recent service with CalPERS pay up to 7% of the employee rate with the 2% @ 60 Plan and 3 Year Average formula. New hires with no CalPERS service as of January 1, 2013, will pay 6.2% of the employee rate and will be subject to the 2% @ 62 Plan, with 3 Year Average formula and a mandatory contribution of normal costs as established by the new Pension Reform Act Law. The City also participates in Social Security.
AGENCY SHOP/DUES DEDUCTIONS: Employees may choose to join Teamster Local 1932 Mid-Management and Professional Unit and pay their service fee in an amount not to exceed the standard initiation fee, periodic dues and general assessments of Teamsters Local 1932.
CITY PAID BENEFITS: City employees can participate in an employer paid CalPERS mid-tier HMO Healthcare Plan. Participating employees also provides cafeteria benefit money to use for dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and supplemental benefits. r. Employees who reside within City limits shall receive $150 per month as a discount against the cost of electric and water service during the period of such residency.
LIFE/DISABILITY INSURANCE: The City pays for a basic life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000. Employees pay for short and long term disability plans with a 7-day elimination period.
HOLIDAYS/VACATION/SICK/BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: City employees receive thirteen (13) paid holidays, plus one (1) floating holiday per year. After completion of probation period: Ten (10) days annual vacation, additional vacation after five (5) years up to a maximum of twenty (20) days. Twelve (12) days of sick leave per year. Up to five (5) working days of bereavement leave for immediate family members.
OTHER BENEFITS: $275/mo. for possession of a Master's Degree. $350/mo. vehicle allowance.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: The City has a mandatory policy for all employees of direct deposit of payroll checks.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education:
- I have a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- I have an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I have a Doctorate Degree from an accredited college or university.
- I do not have any of the above degrees.
02
Do you currently possess an International Code Council (ICC) Certification?
- Yes
- No
03
Certification: Indicate which ICC (or equivalent) Inspection Certifications you possess in the California Building Code.
- Residential Building
- Residential Plumbing
- Residential Electrical
- California Commercial Building Inspector
- Other
- I do not possess any of these certifications
04
Do you have experience working with CA Building codes, ordinances and regulations?
- Yes
- No
05
Please indicate the amount of experience you possess as a building inspector.
- 1-2 years
- More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
- More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
- 6 or more years
06
Please select the level of experience you possess processing and review of building plans and permit applications.? If you have experience, it must match the information that you provided in the "Job Experience" section in your application.
- 0 to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years or more
07
Please describe your experience processing and review of building plans and permit applications (if no experience, type N/A).
08
Describe your experience applying federal, state and municipal codes, ordinances and regulations related to building construction and/or engineering to assist the public and the development community in obtaining permits.
09
Are you available to work evenings, weekends and holidays if needed?
- Yes
- No
10
Many important notifications such as test or interview invitation, and other special information are only communicated via e-mail. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the City of Banning to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Moreover, please add hr@banningca.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being blocked or filtered as spam/junk email from your email provider. The City of Banning will not consider allegations of not receiving the email notification as an acceptable reason to authorize a reschedule or late exam administration. Please note, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. I understand the above information and instructions.
- Yes
- No
Required Question