Salary: $39.54 - $51.17 HourlyLocation : Plymouth, MNJob Type: Full Time RegularJob Number: 202400116Department: Community and Economic DevelopmentDivision: InspectionsOpening Date: 12/16/2024Closing Date: 1/3/2025 8:00 AM CentralDescriptionProvide a wide variety of inspection and plan review services which will ensure that city building, fire, zoning and related codes, policies, and ordinances are effectively and equitably administered and enforced throughout the city. Essential Functions Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.Interact with others in a manner that is professional and inspires open communication.
- Help to create and maintain a respectful workplace culture and champions diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Participate in citywide training designed to strengthen competencies in areas such as communications, leadership, decision-making and problem solving.
Conduct inspections on all permitted construction work involving building, mechanical, and plumbing, in new and existing structures to assure work is performed consistent with applicable codes and ordinances.
- Identify and advises permitee of specific code deficiencies.
- Advise corrective actions to assure that violations have been corrected in a timely fashion.
- Where cooperative measures have failed, invoke legal sanctions to insure correction of violations.
Assist architects, developers, contractors, homeowners and others in understanding and conforming to the state building code, related ordinances, policies and procedures in a prompt, positive and courteous manner.
- Inform supervisor and other field inspectors of public inquiries and requests for information or inspections which relate to their areas of accountability.
Review proposed plans for all residential structures and improvements and as assigned for non-residential work, to ensure that they meet building, zoning and related codes, as well as requirements established by the City Council and other agencies.
- Identify necessary plan corrections and recommends changes to applicant to ensure code and ordinance compliance.
- Ensure that all applicable conditions and requirements of site plan/plat approval have been satisfied prior to the issuance of permits.
- Maintain clear and accurate records of corrective actions and of work performed.
- Coordinate the approval of applications, calculation of fees, and the issuance of permits with supervisor and division clerical personnel.
Review permit applications to ensure that they accurately reflect work anticipated and corrects inconsistencies when found. Maintain daily inspection and related records using permit and inspection software in an up-to-date and orderly fashion to expedite division record-keeping procedures. Investigate complaints filed with the city and takes appropriate action to secure correction of problem.
- Investigate miscellaneous building, mechanical, plumbing, sewer and water, and zoning administration complaints and concerns.
- Coordinate inspection efforts with other city personnel as necessary.
- Maintain Record of Receipt and disposition of complaints in an accurate and timely fashion.
Remain familiar with new materials, equipment, methods of construction, and changes in the codes and assures that they are administered in a reasonable and effective manner. Perform other duties as apparent or assigned. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Building Inspection Technology (BIT) core certificate or related coursework in plan reading, code enforcement and interpretation, and office procedures and one year of related experience.
- Must be capable of safely performing physical actions necessary to conduct inspections at, above or below ground level of construction sites.
- Must have a MN State Limited Building Official certificate.
- Must earn a full State Building Official certification within twelve (12) months of employment.
- Must have a valid Minnesota Class D drivers license.
- Must have demonstrated knowledge of codes, ordinances, policies and procedures providing accurate framework for completion of job responsibilities.
- Must have demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with owners, architects, developers, contractors and the general public.
- Must be proficient in the use of both office and mobile software and devices.
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally, graphically and in writing.
Desired Qualifications
- MN State Building Official certification.
- At least two years of progressively responsible experience in construction inspection services within a municipal organization.
- Associate degree in construction management or related field.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the state building code and familiarity with municipal ordinances and enforcement procedures.
Supplemental Information JOB ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS
- Physical activities very frequently required to perform the job include standing, sitting, walking, carrying, climbing, kneeling (bending leg at knee and resting on knee), crawling (moving about on hands and knees), crouching (bending at knees), bending at waist, reaching (extending hands and arms in any direction), handling objects (grasping, turning or otherwise using hands or hand), repetitive hand motion, use of arm muscles over extended periods, use of leg muscles over extended periods and stationary desk or bench work with neck bent forward.
- The employee must be able to lift/carry items weighing from 0 - 10 pounds. Items lifted/carried include flashlights, tape measures, clip boards
- This position requires working indoors and outdoors, working near fumes and/or vapors, and driving a city vehicle or personal vehicle to perform essential functions.
The City of Plymouth offers a comprehensive benefits plan, developed with input from staff during robust benefits committee meetings. The following is a summary, contact for more detailed plan information.Insurance Benefits:
- Health insurance provided by HealthPartners - two plan designs to choose from with different deductibles and coinsurance amounts. Three networks available from narrow to open access, allowing for a range in premium cost.
- VEBA Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) - employer funded tax-free account to be used to help pay eligible medical expenses such as deductibles, coinsurance and other out of pocket expenses such as dental and vision care.
- Medical and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Dental insurance provided by Delta Dental
- Basic Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability coverage provided to all employees
- Additional voluntary life insurance available
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Voluntary supplemental short-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement and Medical Savings Plans:
- PERA pension
- Deferred compensation 457 retirement savings opportunities through multiple vendors
- Tax free post-employment health care savings plans (eligible employees transfer severance payments to VEBA HRA)
Leave and Time Off:
- Annual leave (PTO) starting at 18 days per year, accrued per pay period
- 40 hours of extended illness leave per year, accrued per pay period up to 600 hours. This benefit provides income continuation during a period of personal illness or injury.
- 12 holidays per year
- Paid parental leave
- Funeral Leave
Note: benefits may vary based upon labor agreements and FTE status of position.