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  • Building Inspector Combination/Certified I/II/III/Senior – Electrical Specialty

    San Jose, California United States CITY OF SAN JOSE Full Time $114,769.20 - $174,370.56 Annually Oct 10, 2025
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    CITY OF SAN JOSE

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    Job Description

    Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

    The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY) , or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov .

    About the Department

    The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.

    The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

    Benefits & Compensation

    The City offers a variety of benefit options to employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in the Building Inspector Combination/Certified classification are represented by the bargaining unit, Association of Building, Mechanical and Electrical Inspecto r s ( ABMEI) . Explore a comprehensive list of benefits by visiting CSJ’s Human Resources Benefits webpage . Benefits include, but are not limited to:

      ◦ Regular Work hours of 40-hours/week + overtime opportunity



      ◦ Annual Paid Holiday Time-off: 15 days



      ◦ Accrued annual Paid Time-off: approx. 10 days (first 5 years of service)*



      ◦ Accrued annual Paid Sick-time

















      ◦ (2080 hours worked = 1 year)



    Salary range(s) for this classification is/are:

    Building Inspector Combination: $114,769.20 - $139,579.44

    Building Inspector Combination Certified I: $118,154.40 - $143,554.32

    Building Inspector Combination Certified II: $121,321.20 - $147,878.64

    Building Inspector Combination Certified III: $126,169.68 - $153,709.92

    Building Inspector Combination Certified Senior: $143,073.84 - $174,370.56

    This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

    Position Duties

    The Department of Public Works is recruiting to fill two (2) Building Inspector - Electrical Specialty , Combination / Certified I/II/II I /Senior position s within the Engineering Services Division, Code Inspection Section .

    The Building Inspector Combinatio n/ Certified I/II/III/Senior position s will be located subject to business need. Th ese position s will provide inspection support at a variety of City of San Jos é facilities, including the A irport, Regional Wastewater Facility and Central Service Yard.

    Key responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

      ◦ Conduct inspections of industrial, commercial, manufacturing, and facilities to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, ordinances, standards, and contract agreements which includes setting up inspection schedules; gathering information and evidence; and, ensuring conformance to plans, specifications, and safety regulations.



      ◦ Investigate building, construction, and land use changes in the field by gathering factual data to ascertain present use of land and location of structures; conducting background investigations and research; and preparing reports to use as evidence.



      ◦ Provide technical assistance for development of codes and policies.



      ◦ Generate written reports and enforcement orders which includes noting deficiencies in standards and submitting final documentation.



      ◦ Review plans and specifications for compliance with codes which includes assisting in projects in complying with regulations, prioritizing deficiencies, and preparing timetables.



      ◦ Provide technical support for agencies and the public which includes inputting data into system for general public access.



      ◦ Meet with architects, engineers, City officials, and building contractors to discuss construction projects.



      ◦ Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.



    This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

    Experience:

    Building Inspector Combination: F our (4) years of construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, or related contractor, including one (1) year of lead experience, or two (2) years of combination inspection experience for a public agency and two (2) years of construction related experience equivalent to the above.

    Building Inspector Combination Certified I : F our (4) years of construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, or related contractor, including one (1) year of lead experience, or two (2) years of inspection experience for a public agency and two (2) years of construction related experience equivalent to the above.

    Building Inspector Combination Certified I I : F our (4) years of construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, or related contractor, including one (1) year of lead experience AND one (1) year of inspection experience for a public agency. Two (2) additional years of inspection experience for a public agency may be substituted for two (2) years of construction experience.

    Building Inspector Combination Certified I II : F our (4) years of construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, or related contractor, including one (1) year of lead experience AND two (2) years of inspection experience for a public agency. Two (2) additional years of inspection experience for a public agency may be substituted for two (2) years of construction experience.

    Building Inspector Combination Certified Senior: F our (4) years of construction experience equivalent to either a journey level carpenter, electrician, plumber, air conditioning mechanic, or related contractor, including one (1) year of lead experience AND three (3) years of inspection experience for a public agency. Two (2) additional years of inspection experience for a public agency may be substituted for two (2) years of construction experience.

    Acceptable Substitution : Closely related college level courses such as classes in construction, architecture, fire protection and engineering or equivalent from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required contractor or journey level construction experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

    Licens ing/Certification Requirements

      ◦ Valid California Driver’s License.



      ◦ Building Inspector Combination: Obtain and maintain valid commercial certification issued by an agency acceptable to the City in the employee’s specialty area as soon as possible but no later than twelve (12) months from the employee’s start date in the classification.



      ◦ Building Inspector Combination Certified I: Possess and maintain valid commercial certification issued by an agency acceptable to the City in the employee’s specialty area.



      ◦ Building Inspector Combination Certified II: Possess and maintain valid commercial certifications issued by an agency acceptable to the City in the employee’s specialty trade and in one (1) additional commercial specialty trade.



      ◦ Building Inspector Combination Certified III: Possess and maintain valid commercial certifications issued by an agency acceptable to the City in the employee’s specialty trade and in two (2) additional commercial specialty trades.



      ◦ Building Inspector Combination Certified Senior: Possess and maintain valid commercial certifications issued by an agency acceptable to the City in the employee’s specialty trade and in three (3) additional commercial specialty trades either through maintaining individual certifications, or through maintaining a Commercial Combination Inspector certificate which represents commercial certifications in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical OR in two (2) additional commercial specialty trades and one other certification such as Plan Review or CAS P .



    Form 700: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an “Assuming Office Form 700” with the City Clerk’s Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.

    Background Investigation Process: Eligible candidates will complete a Class C Background packet. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will move forward in the hiring process.

    Other Qualifications

    The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

    Job Expertise - D emonstrates knowledge of and skill in:

      ◦ Applicable construction laws, rules, codes, and regulations;



      ◦ Inspection practices;



      ◦ Judicial procedures and practices;



      ◦ Public administration principles;



      ◦ Basic building , plumbing, mechanical, electrical, construction, and safety principles;



      ◦ Using electrical or mechanical measuring tools;



      ◦ Performing inspections;



      ◦ Reading and interpreting technical documents, plans, ordinances and blueprints;



      ◦ Operating photographic and video equipment to document evidence;



      ◦ Preparing sketches and drawings.



    Communication Skills - C ommunicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely , effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate , complete, current; well -organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.

    Conflict Management - U ses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.

    Customer Service - A pproaches problem-solving by focusing on customers first; advocates for customer results point of view; demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely , accurate , respectful and friendly manner.

    Decision Making/Problem Solving - I dentifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions ; ability to use good judgment, make ethical decisions and work with City policy; approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information.

    Flexibility - M akes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes , performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.

    Reliability - C ompletes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate .

    Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - D emonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

    Selection Process:

    The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interview s.

    If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Diana Gonzalez at diana.gonzalez@sanjoseca.gov .

    Additional Information:

    Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

    You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

    Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

    This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

    Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

    The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits pagefor detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.

    For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.

    In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks siteto explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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