Combination Inspector I/II

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.  This recruitment may close at any time; all interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

Salary Range:
Combination Inspector I – $64,833.02 – $82,991.84

Combination Inspector II – $76,385.17 – $97,779.22

The position may be filled at either level depending on the candidate’s qualifications.

Under general supervision, conducts technical fire safety and field inspections for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings at various stages of construction, alteration, or repair; examines residential, commercial, and industrial plans that are submitted for a building permit; and otherwise participates in overseeing building activity to ensure public safety and compliance with Federal, State and local codes and regulations: enforces occupancy, zoning, land use and public nuisance code provisions; and perform other related duties, as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Combination Inspector I

This is the entry-level class in the combination inspector series. Beginning with routine residential building inspections, public works inspections, technical fire and field (wildland interface) inspections and progressing toward complex commercial/industrial work. The Combination Inspector I positions do not perform as broad of a range of duties with the same level of independence of a Combination Inspector II level.

Combination Inspector II

This is a journey-level class in the combination inspector series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-class Combination Inspector I, or, equivalent when filled from the outside. Appointment to the higher classification requires that the employee performs substantially the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for this classification. Combination Inspector II positions, as distinguished from Combination Inspector I positions, by the greater complexity of assignments received and the greater extent of technical knowledge and independence exercised. Positions in this class are distinguished from the Building Official or Plan Checker in that they are not expected to perform managerial duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Combination Inspector I
Direction is provided by the Building Official, City Engineer, or Fire Marshal.

 

Immediate supervision is provided by a Combination Inspector II or assigned supervisor.

No supervision is exercised.

Combination Inspector II
Supervision is provided by the Building Official, City Engineer, Fire Marshal or assigned supervisor.

 

The Combination Inspector II may exercise field technical supervision and training to a Combination Inspector I.

 

Examples of Duties
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.)

 

Perform plan reviews to ensure that plans submitted with applications for building permits, encroachment permits, and fire permits conform with appropriate codes.

Review plans for sufficiency and code compliance; route plans to other affected departments.

Inspect residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, public assembly, building, wildland interface, roadway and public right-of way projects at various stages for compliance with all pertinent Federal, State and local fire and building safety codes, regulations, and ordinances.

Assist with the issuance of permits, notices, warnings and citations.

Respond to and answer questions or concerns regarding regulations at the counter and over the telephone.

Produce clear, precise correction notices pursuant to job site field inspections and prepare accurate and complete daily activity records and reports.

Interact with architects, engineers, contractors, and developers on matters pertaining to codes and regulations.

Review and maintain current construction files and keep up to date records of inspections and write detailed inspection reports.

Issue notices, warnings and citations.

Perform related duties as assigned.
Click here for additional information on the Combination Inspector I job description.
Click here for additional information on the Combination Inspector II job description.
Typical Qualifications
Experience and Education

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities.

 

A typical combination is:

Experience
Two years of experience in the construction industry as a contractor, carpenter, plumber or electrician.  Preferably including some construction inspection experience.

Or

Two years of experience in fire and life safety inspections and enforcement in an organized fire agency.

Education

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by training or college-level courses in fire science, public administration, building construction, or a related subject.

 

Combination Inspector II

In addition to those of the Combination Inspector I

 

Experience and Education

To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities.

 

A typical combination is:

 

Experience

Four years of experience conducting construction, building and/or fire-related inspections.

 

Three years of experience in building or fire inspection for a public agency is desirable.

Education                      Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with course work or training in fire science, public administration, building construction, or a related field is desirable.

Licenses and Certificates

Combination Inspector I
Possession of a Fire Prevention 1A certification.

Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness certificate. These certifications will be required within the first year of employment.

OR

Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector or equivalent. The ICC certification or equivalent is required within the first year of employment.

OR

An American Public Works Association (A.P.W.A.) certification as a Public Infrastructure Inspector. This certification will be required within the first year of employment.

AND

Possession of a valid Driver’s License issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Certification as a Certified Accessibility Specialist (CASp) is highly desirable.

Combination Inspector II
Possession of a Fire Prevention 1B, 1C, 1D certifications.

Possession of Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness certificate.

Possession of an A.P.W.A certification as a Public Infrastructure Inspector.

Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector or equivalent.

Supplemental Information
TO BE CONSIDERED

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brea/ to submit a City of Brea electronic employment application.

Electronic applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of a City of Brea employment application. The City of Brea cannot accept responsibility for notifying candidates of incomplete applications. It is the candidate’s responsibility to make sure the application is properly submitted.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Shall consist of two phases: (If you should need assistance in completing the employment application or in participating in the selection process, please notify Human Resources prior to the filing deadline or as soon as possible).

Phase One – Application Review: The first phase of the selection process shall be a detailed review and appraisal of each candidate’s application. Those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of education and experience, as submitted, may be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process. No weight shall be assigned to this phase of the selection process.

Phase Two – Oral Appraisal Interview: Candidates who receive a minimum score of 70% on this phase shall have their name placed on the Eligibility List for Combination Inspector I/II. Eligibility Lists are generally valid for one year. Once the list is established, the Community Development Department may conduct follow-up assessments.

THE CITY OF BREA RECRUITS, PROMOTES, AND HIRES WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, PHYSICAL DISABILITY OR CONDITION, GENETIC INFORMATION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE OR NATIONAL ORIGIN, EXCEPT IN THOSE SPECIFIC INSTANCES WHEREBY A BONA FIDE OCCUPATIONAL QUALIFICATION DEMANDS OTHERWISE.  THE CITY OF BREA HIRES ONLY UNITED STATES CITIZENS OR LAWFULLY AUTHORIZED ALIENS.

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