Local Building Inspector Job at City of Somerville, Somerville, MA

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  • City of Somerville
  • Somerville, MA

Job Description

Statement of Duties

Under the supervision of a supervisory employee of higher grade who reviews work, rules and regulations; inspects ongoing and completed construction to determine compliance with the massachusetts' state building code and any other applicable state or city statutes, rules and regulations, ordinances and/or bylaws; approves or disapproves plans for the construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair of buildings or structures. Makes field inspections to determine the safety and stability of existing structures and buildings; approves and issues building permits; issues certificate of use and occupancy; responds to complaints and problems regarding building code violations; inspects fire-damaged buildings; investigates and prepares the inspectional service's division's position for presentation to the court concerning the violations of the building code, zoning ordinances and other related rules and regulations; makes reports and keeps records of inspections and investigations. Maintains required ma building inspector license and performs required continuing eduction and training. Performs other related duties as required.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

+ Working knowledge of inspection procedures.

+ Complete knowledge of relevant municipal operations.

+ Knowledge of construction methods.

+ In accordance with m.g.l. chapter 143, s.3, must have at least five (5) years of experience in the supervision of building construction or design and two (2) years experience in municipal/state code enforcement or, in the alternative, a bachelors degree in a field relating to building construction/engineering or design.

+ Must be a licensed construction supervisor.

+ Must be certified by the bbrs in accordance with the provisions of 780 cmr r7.

+ Experience reading, interpreting and applying the Massachusetts state building codes 780 cmr; working diagrams, plans and specifications for building structures; standard references and charts for checking specifications and code standards and tables and charts.

+ Ability to acquire a general knowledge of the provisions of the local and state zoning ordinances.

+ Knowledge of basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).

+ Must possess a current valid Massachusetts Class III drivers license.

+ Access to a motor vehicle during all working hours.

+ Bi-lingual ability preferred.

+ Must be computer literate, with good oral and writing skills.

Hours: Full-Time (Mon - Wed 8am - 4pm; Thurs 8am - 7pm; Fri 8am - 12pm)

Salary: $1518.49 weekly, plus benefits

Union: SMEA B

FLSA: Not Exempt

Pre-Employment Requirements: This is a safety-sensitive position, a drug screening and driving history check is required prior to employment.

Date Posted: September 9th, 2024

City of Somerville residents are especially encouraged to apply.

The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request. Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov.

Pre-Employment Requirements for All Employees:

+ MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) clearance

+ Completition of Conflict-of-Interest Law Education training for municipal employees

Overview of Total Rewards:

+ 4 weeks annual vacation (for non-union positions) union positions vary by contract

+ Medical insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) - 80% of premium costs paid by City

+ Dental coverage low and high plans through Cigna

+ Vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP)

+ Long term disability through Sun Life

+ Group and voluntary life insurance through Boston Mutual

+ Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending through Benefit Strategies

+ Deferred compensation plans through a choice of three vendors

+ Free, confidential services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by E4Health

+ Annual cancer screening & wellness release

+ Somerville Retirement Pension System

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ MBTA pass program

+ FREE Blue Bikes membership

+ Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Benefits listed are for benefits-eligible positions and the above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the City of Somerville and not a binding contract.

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