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Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Responsible for conducting permit inspections to verify the work in progress is following the approved plans; license inspections to verify compliance with Chicago Construction Codes provisions for daycares, restaurants.
- Responds to 311 complaints regarding work without permits, vacant buildings, and/or existing buildings Performs periodic inspections on existing buildings.
- Conducts inspections for cases filed in administrative hearings and/or circuit court.
- Inspects the interior and exterior of multi-residential, industrial, and commercial buildings to ensure that structural, sanitary and safety conditions are in compliance with the building code.
- Review and complete an inspection checklist of building components, list found violations and issue citations for code violations.
- Re-inspect buildings prior to court proceedings to ascertain whether violations have been corrected.
- Ensure that building owners possess proper permits for alterations to building structures
- Inspect structures to ensure compliance with appropriate zoning ordinances and in response to heat related and rodent infestation complaints.
- Review building plans and specifications to ensure structural and foundational components comply with the construction provisions of the building code.
- Identify materials and installation methods not in compliance with building code requirements and recommend changes to bring plans into compliance.
- Inspect building structures to ensure that the framing and construction adhere to approved permit plans and construction specifications.
- Examine construction materials for compliance with building standards.
- Check structures for adherence to property, lot lines and setback requirements.
- Inspect the structural integrity and safety of buildings that have sustained fire damage.
- Issue citations for code violations and use a computer to prepare inspection findings and reports.
- Interpret and explain applicable sections of the building code and its requirements to contractors, residents and building and property owners.
- Testify at administrative hearings and in court regarding code violations and corresponding citations issued.
- Obtain information from title searches to identify building ownership.
- Inspect job sites for proper construction permits and ensure permits are valid.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Certificates/Security Clearances/OtherTHIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICELocation: 2045 W. Washington Blvd 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60612
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.Additional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesQualifications
- Successful completion of a US Department of Labor registered building trade apprenticeship training program and journeyman status; AND
- Two (2) years of journey level building trade experience; OR
- Five (5) years of skilled building construction or building inspection experience; OR
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or construction related engineering; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience.
- A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.
"Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.
WORKING CONDITIONS- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., construction sites, heavy machinery).
- Exposure to loud noise, fumes, or dust.
- Work performed in cramped or confined locations.
- Work performed above or below ground level.
- Work performed using scaffolds and ladders.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS- Ability to walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to quickly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one's body, arms, and/or legs.
- Ability to access difficult to enter spaces (e.g., roofs, basements, tanks, field equipment, cramped quarters).
- Ability to tolerate heights while working.
Preference will be given to external candidates possessing the following:- First preference will be given to candidates that are fluent in English and Spanish (able to speak, read and write).
- U.S. Department of Labor or Industry Sponsored Apprenticeship Training Certification and/or a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate's Degree in Architecture or Construction related Engineering.
- Experience with construction and building components for multi-level commercial and industrial buildings.
- Experience with renovations of existing buildings to meet minimum standards.
- Knowledge of municipal building codes.
- Experience working with architects and structural engineers to interpret plans and specs.
- Experience reading/interpreting building plans, blueprints and construction specifications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel and Outlook.