Description
The Village of Lake in the Hills welcomes applications for the position of Building Inspector II. Under the direction of the Building Commissioner, this position is a combination building inspector and property maintenance inspector responsible for commercial and residential building inspection, plan review, and property maintenance code enforcement. Work requires specialized knowledge and skills related to plan reviews, inspections, enforcement of codes, and customer service. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Inspects residential and commercial new construction and remodeling projects for compliance with codes, ordinances and construction standards. Conducts inspections related to framing, electrical, and mechanical systems. May be involved in grading and drainage inspections.
- Conducts permit plan reviews for new construction, additions and alterations to residential, commercial and industrial buildings to determine compliance with the provisions of the building code and local zoning ordinances.
- Inspects properties for violations of the Village property maintenance code and other ordinances, tracks cases, issues citations, and testifies in court.
- Performs routine property maintenance inspections of neighborhoods and commercial properties, and responds to property maintenance-related complaints.
The Village of Lake in the Hills offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan which includes generous contributions to medical, dental, vision, life insurance and the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund as well as paid vacation, personal, sick and holiday time.
Requirements
Associate’s degree or equivalent with vocational training in a construction related field with five years of construction experience; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. The following ICC certifications are required: Property Maintenance & Housing (64); Residential Building Inspector (B1); Commercial Building Inspector (B2); Commercial Electrical Inspector (E2); Commercial Mechanical Inspector (M2); Building Plans Examiner (B3); or the ability to obtain such certifications within 12 months from date of hire.
