Local Building Inspector
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Job Description
Description
The Town of Needham is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the full-time position ofLocal Building Inspector. Under the general direction of the Building Commissioner this position provides administrative supervisory and technical work connected with the interpretation processing and enforcement of the State Building Code Energy Code and the Town Zoning By-Laws.
This position is ideal for those looking to continue their career in a municipal setting with robust support and great benefits including medical dental vision pension deferred compensation and more!
Schedule: Monday Wednesday Thursday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m; Friday 8:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. (totaling 37.5 hours/week)CON #26002
Duties and Responsibilities
These duties are a general summary and not all inclusive:
- Assists in the administration of all applicable codes; review plans and specification for new buildings reconstruction alteration repair addition and demolition projects to ascertain compliance with applicable codes; performs field inspections to verify that all work is being performed in accordance with the plans and all applicable codes and laws
- Act on any questions relative to the mode or manner of construction and materials to be used in the construction alteration repair demolition removal and maintenance of all buildings and structures within the Town of Needham
- Issue all necessary notices or orders to correct illegal or unsafe conditions to require the necessary safeguards during construction to require adequate egress facilities in new construction and existing buildings and structures and to ensure compliance with all code requirements for the safety health and general welfare of the public
- Periodically inspects and certifies safe egress facilities in buildings and structures or parts thereof in accordance with the Massachusetts State Building Code Table 110
Requirements
- Certified as a Local Building Inspector in accordance with Section 110.R7 of the State Building Code
- If not currently certified must obtain examination pre-approval in accordance with the State Building Official Certification Commission (BOCC) Non-Appointed Persons process prior to hire earning certification as a Local Building Inspector with 18 months of date of hire
- Four (4) to six (6) years of experience in the supervision of building construction or design
- Extensive technical or specialized training such as that which would be acquired by an Associates Degree or two years of technical or business school
Supplemental Information
To apply please submit your resume cover letter and application by clicking Apply.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on October 10 2025.
The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race age gender national origin disability religion or belief sexual orientation marriage/civil partnership pregnancy/maternity veteran status or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview please contact us at.
Employment Type
Full-Time
