Senior Building Inspector

Job Description

The County of Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Building Engineering Inspector to perform a wide range of construction inspections and plan reviews to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, and County regulations. This role plays a critical part in protecting public safety and maintaining construction quality across residential and small commercial developments

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Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of site grading, building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems for single-family dwellings and minor commercial or industrial buildings.
• Review construction plans and specifications for building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical components to ensure code and ordinance compliance prior to inspections.
• Assist with inspections of complex and multi-story structures under the guidance of senior inspectors.
• Require and initiate corrections to construction work related to structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related systems to meet applicable codes.
• Initiate soil tests when field conditions indicate potential soil instability.
• Inspect rehabilitation and renovation projects to ensure compliance with current building codes and zoning requirements.
• Perform business license inspections to verify adherence to County building laws and ordinances.
• Process permit applications and respond to inquiries at public service counters.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, maintain accurate records, and document code compliance activities.
• File complaints against willful code violators and testify in court when required.
• Travel routinely to inspection sites throughout the County using a motor vehicle.

Required Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Combination Inspector or Commercial Combination Inspector, or equivalent, from a recognized code certification organization such as ICC, ICBO, IAPMO, or similar.
• Certification must be in a code adopted and used by the County of Los Angeles.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning ordinances, and construction inspection practices.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong written communication skills for report preparation and documentation.
• Ability to interact professionally with contractors, property owners, and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting multi-story or complex building projects.
• Familiarity with County of Los Angeles building laws and enforcement procedures.
• Court testimony or enforcement experience related to building code violations.