UCC Building Inspector 1

THE POSITION

Are you the experienced certified inspector everyone wants to hire? If so, we want to speak with you! The Department of Labor & Industry is seeking a UCC Building Inspector 1. This position will give you the opportunity to inspect buildings and structures and enforce compliance with the Uniform Construction Code (UCC). If you are interested in a career that ensures the safety of Pennsylvanians, you do not want to miss this opportunity. Join our team of professionals.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting inspections, reporting unsafe conditions and violations and preparing reports of investigations. As the Building Inspector you will conduct Accessibility Audits for compliance with Accessibility Standards and Building Codes. You will have the opportunity to assist with Complaint Investigations against Building Code Officials. Work includes correction of conditions found to be unsafe or not in compliance with applicable plans, laws and regulations. You will be expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, building owners and other code officials.

Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• This position is home headquartered in Bradford County. Must reside in Bradford County within six months of hiring.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the UCC Building Inspector Trainee program; or
• Two years of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, or other public use buildings for compliance with building and safety codes; or
• Three years of building construction work which included the performance of skilled trades duties in the electrical, structural, plumbing, or mechanical trades; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Valid certification issued by the Department of Labor and Industry, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as an Accessibility Inspector/Plan Examiner.
• All positions in this job also require one of the following valid certifications issued by the Department of Labor and Industry, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, or Energy Inspector.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pa Class C non-commercial driver's license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.