Construction Building Inspector II - Department of General Services

SALARY RANGE:

$ 59,863.00 - $72,835.00 ANNUALLY

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CLASS DEFINITION

A Construction Building Inspector II-DGS conducts on-site inspections of new building construction or renovation projects of lead contaminated residential and multi-family homes to ensure contract and specification compliance or to conduct energy assessments. Work involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek, but may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday hours on a 24-hour on-call basis. Work is performed at construction sites where incumbents may encounter dust, mud, noise, heights and inclement weather conditions. Work requires moderate physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking and crouching at building work sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

EDUCATION: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a GED certificate.

AND
EXPERIENCE: Have five years of experience in one of the building trades or in building and construction inspection.

OR

EQUIVALENCY NOTES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligibility to obtain a Baltimore City drivers permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVERS LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of materials, methods and techniques of building and other structural construction work.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures including OSHA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of construction codes and standards.
• Ability to read, interpret and revise drawings and specifications.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and make recommendations.
• Mathematic ability.
• Ability to interpret departmental standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate, train and establish effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain records and write reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye , Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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