Job Details

Wages will be dependent on qualifications ($37-$43/hourly)

About the Position

This Extra Help Building Inspector position provides inspections for structural, mechanical, and plumbing installations to ensure a minimum standard of work, including use of proper materials and compliance with state building codes and County regulations.

Inspectors provide technical information to owners and contractors while conducting onsite inspections of commercial, industrial and storage structures along with residential and manufactured dwellings.

Inspectors collaborate with contractors, homeowners, and other Land Management staff to provide quality customer service while enforcing codes and educating the community.

About the Building Safety Program I Land Management Division:

Lane County's Building Safety Program is housed within the Department of Public Works' Land Management Division. Its mission is to protect public health and welfare wherever hazards associated with the design, erection, repair, removal, demolition or occupancy of structures have the potential to exist within the county's jurisdiction. The Building Safety Program endeavors to fulfill this mission through the efficient, professional, and equitable administration of nationally recognized code standards and local regulations. The Program includes the Building and Electrical Code Administration and Inspection Section, as well as the Plans Review and Environmental Health/ Sub-Surface Sanitation Sections.

Schedule: Average of 10 - 20 hours per week between the hours of Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

*This is a non-represented position*

*Extra Help employees may work up to a maximum of 520 hours per fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• Valid OIC - Oregon Inspector Certification

• Oregon Residential Inspector Certification

• Valid Oregon Driver's License with good driving history

Preferred Certifications:

• Oregon Commercial Inspector Certification

• Oregon Commercial Mechanical Certification

• Oregon Residential Plumbing Certification
  
  

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.