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The City of Pittsburg is accepting applications for a full time Building
Inspector with the Housing and Community Development Department. This
position inspects new and existing structures, electrical, mechanical,
and plumbing installations to insure compliance with local and state
building codes and zoning ordinances, safety laws and regulations, and
construction plans and specifications. The Inspector is also responsible
for enforcement of dilapidated housing codes, health regulations and
other City codes. Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. Qualifications POSITION COMPETENCIES Thorough knowledge of
national, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations
regarding construction, alteration, and repair of buildings and
structures, materials, workmanship, and equipment. Thorough knowledge of
building system installations and construction, materials, equipment and
workmanship. Ability to: o Read and interpret blueprints, plans,
drawings, specifications, and diagrams and determine conformance with
established standards. o Read, understand, explain, and apply
regulations. o Make technical inspections and render valid decisions. o
Enforce regulations tactfully, firmly, and impartially. o Establish and
maintain effective working relationships with other employees, agencies,
and the public. o Make arithmetic and statistical computations with
speed and accuracy. o Use appropriate computer software in analysis,
calculations, and record keeping. o Communicate effectively both
verbally and in writing. o Testify effectively in court and before
related boards. o Research data and originate legal documents and other
instruments of law. o Prepare clear and concise records, reports,
correspondence, and other documentation. o Complete forms legibly and
accurately.