Building Inspector Intern

The City of Rogers is accepting applications for a Building Inspector intern. The intern is responsible for inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards. This role involves reviewing construction plans, conducting on-site inspections throughout various stages of construction, documenting findings, and providing guidance to contractors, developers, and property owners. The Building Inspector Intern plays a critical role in safeguarding public health and safety by ensuring that buildings are constructed and maintained in compliance with code. Minimum qualifications include but not limited to a high school degree or GED, valid Class “D” Minnesota driver’s license, knowledge of local, state, and national building codes and regulations and currently pursuing or have obtained a certificate in Building Inspection Technology. Additional minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications are listed in the posting/position description.

Title: Building Inspector Intern

Department: Building Inspections

Accountable To: Building Official

Supervision of Others: None

Position Status: Regular Full-Time (Non-Permanent)

Salary Grade: 10

Salary: $35.64 to $46.92 hourly

Closing: March 18, 2025, at 12 p.m.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Building Inspector Intern is responsible for inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards. This role involves reviewing construction plans, conducting on-site inspections throughout various stages of construction, documenting findings, and providing guidance to contractors, developers, and property owners. The Building Inspector Intern plays a critical role in safeguarding public health and safety by ensuring that buildings are constructed and maintained in compliance with code.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Work is performed under supervision with significant guidance and direction from the Building Official. There is frequent public interaction to provide basic information, and some interactions require detailed procedural explanations or technical responses. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The essential functions listed below illustrate the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

  • Review residential and commercial building plans and permit applications to ensure compliance with local building codes and other applicable regulations.

  • Conduct on-site inspections of construction projects to verify adherence to approved plans and safety standards.

  • Assists in coordinating the review of building plans with various city departments to ensure plans are complete according to required standards and required services are available.

  • Issue building permits and certificates of occupancy.

  • Enforce compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.

  • Advise property owners, contractors, and developers on building code requirements and construction-related issues.

  • Investigate complaints related to building code violations and take appropriate action.

  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, permits, and violations.

  • Work closely with local government officials and other departments.

  • Stay updated on new building codes, standards, and industry best practices.

  • Issues work correction notices and/or other orders and certificates.

  • Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others.

  • Provided limited work direction to the permit technician.

  • Keeps the Fire Chief and Building Official informed on building permits and inspection activities.

  • Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with design professionals, contractors, and the public.

  • Performs other duties and activities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School degree or GED

  • Possessing a valid Class “D” Minnesota Driver’s License is required.

  • Knowledge of local, state, and national building codes and regulations.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

  • Currently pursuing or have obtained a certificate in Building Inspection Technology

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office  

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

  • Experience as a Building Inspector.  

  • Certifications from the International Code Council (ICC).

  • Experience in construction, architecture, or engineering, focusing on building inspections or code enforcement.

COMMON PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Communications 

  • Must have the ability to actively listen to others for understanding of their needs and situations

  • Ability to speak and write English clearly

  • Must be able to assertively control conversations to quickly and accurately gather pertinent information and be able to communicate this information professionally and precisely to the proper recipient

  • Must be able to read and understand correspondence, memoranda, and directives

Decision Making

  • Must act in a decisive manner using good judgment

  • Must be able to assess problems and situations, and be able to anticipate needs and evaluate alternatives

  • Must be able to interpret the policies and objectives of the department effectively

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Must be consistent in dealing with people

  • Must be sensitive to others’ problems and concerns without direct involvement

  • Must exclude personal biases from work performance

  • Must have the ability to accept criticism and/or discipline

  • Must have tact and diplomacy

  • Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department

  • Must have a positive attitude

Professional Attitude

  • Must have commitment to the organization, willingness to take initiative, dependability, maturity in relationships with others, and self-confidence

  • Must represent the organization to other agencies staff and citizens with a courteous, helpful, accurate, and business-like attitude in all telephone and personal contact

Quality of Work

  • Must be able to produce quality, accurate work

  • Must be able to detect and correct errors

  • Must be able to utilize work time productively and adequately

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Office environment and on-site field inspections.

  • Occasional travel to construction sites.

  • Ability to handle stressful situations involving non-compliance or violations.

  • Work both indoors and outdoors in normal and inclement weather conditions.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking and Standing:

  • On-site inspections often require walking around construction sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, scaffolding, and potentially hazardous areas. May need to stand for extended periods while reviewing plans or talking to contractors.

Climbing:

  • Inspecting multi-story buildings may require climbing ladders, stairs, or scaffolding to access different levels or rooftops. Some inspections may also require access to attics, crawl spaces, or basements.

Lifting and Carrying:

  • May need to lift and carry building plans, blueprints, or equipment (such as measuring tools or safety gear). These items can vary in weight, often requiring light lifting (under 25 pounds), though heavier items may occasionally be encountered.

Kneeling, Stooping, and Bending:

  • May need to kneel, stoop, or bend to inspect lower parts of buildings, such as foundations, plumbing, or electrical systems. This may involve crawling through crawl spaces or inspecting the underside of structures.

Vision and Dexterity:

  • Strong visual acuity is important for reading construction plans, examining blueprints, identifying structural defects, and inspecting safety equipment.

  • Manual dexterity is necessary for handling inspection tools, taking notes, or operating digital devices like tablets or smartphones during inspections.

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Jennifer Williams