Structural Mechanical Inspector IIIII

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed.

Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

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About the Opportunity:

Washington County is now hiring an Inspector II/III!

The Inspector performs structural and mechanical inspections for all types of commercial industrial and residential buildings. They also inspect some aspects of residential construction including structural mechanical electrical and plumbing throughout the entire construction phase for code compliance.

Ideal Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• State adopted structural mechanical and residential specialty codes and/or Oregon Electrical Specialty Code and/or Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code.
• Commercial industrial and residential construction materials and methods.
• Building permit procedures.

Skills to:

• Read and interpret maps plans documents and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Collect analyze and evaluate information and data to make sound judgments logical decisions and recommendations.

Ability to:

• Maintain accurate and complete records.
• Interpret plan specifications and compare them to the construction in progress.
• Determine building occupancy status and the appropriate fire and life safety construction requirements

To review the complete classification including the full list of knowledge skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position use this link:

• Inspector III II Qualifications

  Inspector III

  • An Associates Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent AND a minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience; OR
  • An approved two-year plan review related education program AND a minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience. OR
  • An approved one (1) year inspector review related education program AND a minimum of three (3) years of inspection experience. OR
  • High School Diploma AND A minimum of five (5) years of plans inspection experience.
  
  

  Additional Requirements

  • Possession of the required certifications per the State of Oregon based on the specialty area (Structural/Mechanical). Certain positions may require specific combinations of certifications
    • Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) AND
    • Oregon Residential Inspector OR International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector AND
    • Structural Mechanical A level from the state of Oregon OR ICC certification for commercial Structural and Mechanical certifications AND
    • Oregon Residential Electrical OR Plumbing certification
  • Must possess a drivers license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record
  
  

  Inspector II

  • An Associates Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent; OR
  • An approved two-year inspection-related education program; OR
  • An approved one-year inspection-related education program AND one (1) year of plans inspection-related or inspection experience; OR
  • High School Diploma or equivalent AND A minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience
  
  

  Additional Requirements

  • Possession of the required certifications per The State of Oregon based on the specialty area (Structural/Mechanical)
    • Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) AND
    • Oregon Residential Inspector OR International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector AND
    • Structural Mechanical A level from the state of Oregon OR ICC certification for commercial Structural and Mechanical certifications
  • Must possess a drivers license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record

  
  
  
  

  
  

  Selection Process:

  You can review our standard selection process here.

  
  

  Our commitment to you:
  Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting selecting and advancing employees is based on knowledge skills and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation collaboration and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

  
  Veterans Preference:
  If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans preference for this recruitment please review the instructions using this link:Veterans Preference Points.
  
  Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
  Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources or email: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
  
  Status of Your Application:
  You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

  
  

  Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles which could impact compensation structures. No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation.

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  Recruiter:

  Brighton Bohnenkamp

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