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Building Inspector
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What they do
A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.
$60,471 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Building Inspector SAFEbuilt
- 3.6 Northlake, IL Job Details $30
- $37 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Company car Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication Construction specifications Client rapport building Filing Employee relationship building Company vehicle operation Residential building construction inspection Driver's License Construction plans Records management Construction drawing review Construction quality inspections Safety hazards Computer skills Investigating compliance violations Full Job Description Building Inspector•Northlake, IL SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Perform field inspections during various stages of construction Read and examine plans and specifications when required Report violations and maintain files/records Perform other related duties as requiredSKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgmentEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
ICC Residential Inspector certification required Additional ICC certifications preferred Inspection experience required Valid driver's license and a good driving record required Spanish speaking applicants are a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Mobility & Movement:
Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections. Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas. Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25-50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).Vision & Hearing:
Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details. Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection. Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.Manual Dexterity:
Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.Work Environment:
Work performed in both office and field settings. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain). Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include a company car and fuel coverage, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, a company car and fuel coverage, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.Hourly rate:
$30- 37/hour.