Building Inspector

Characteristics of the Job
Under the direction of the Director of Community Development and the Inspections Supervisor, the Inspector performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City Building Code, State Building Code, State Electrical Code, City Plumbing Code, State Plumbing Code, Zoning Code and other related city ordinances. This position is responsible for inspection and enforcement of all construction related codes of the City of Mequon and the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Position Overview, Skills & Abilities
Authority and responsibility for interpreting all relevant codes and ordinances (City and State Building Code, Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Code; Electrical Code, City and State Plumbing Code, City Zoning Code and other related City ordinances)

Reviews applications and plans for permits.
Issues permits and work with applicants to achieve code compliance.
Conducts inspections in all new construction, remodeling, additions and alterations.
Investigates, inspects and resolves hazards, complaints or violations.
Inspects existing buildings for hazards related to life safety and welfare.
Documents all inspections utilizing City software.
Performs administrative tasks relative to inspection work having knowledge of the operation of office equipment and computer file and record input and retrieval.
Supports the Department of Community Development regarding policy and procedures.
Makes recommendations made to various boards and commissions.
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Required Training & Experience
Experience in construction, heating, electrical and/or plumbing trades, completion of course work at an accredited college or university in the areas of building construction, engineering or related field or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Ideal applicants will hold State of Wisconsin Certification as a UDC and Commercial Plumbing Inspector. UDC Building Inspector, Commercial Building Inspector, UDC Electric, HVAC, Commercial Electric is a plus.

Salary & Benefits
The starting salary is $65,969 – $77,513 +/- DOQ. Overall salary range is $65,969 – $89,057.

An employee in this position is provided with an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Continued Education
Pension through Wisconsin Retirement System
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Programs
Employee Assistance Program
On-Site Nurse/Wellness Screening
Flexible Spending Accounts
Long-term Disability Insurance
Employee Events
Pet Insurance
Paid-Time-Off plus paid holidays, jury duty, and bereavement
About the City of Mequon
Located on the western shores of Lake Michigan just north of Milwaukee, the City of Mequon boasts lakeshore bluffs, stately homes, farmland, expansive open space, a variety of amenities, and access to the Interstate 43 for a convenient commute to downtown Milwaukee. Mequon’s rural heritage is preserved by high development standards and low-density zoning regulations. Mequon has a population of approximately 25,000, with one of the lowest crime rates and one of the lowest tax rates in the Metropolitan Milwaukee area. The Community Development Inspections Division processes 3,000 permits on average each year diverse in housing types and commercial development and redevelopment.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, resume, or a completed City of Mequon Employment Application to jobbank@ci.mequon.wi.us or City of Mequon, Human Resources, 11333 N. Cedarburg Road, Mequon, WI 53092. Applications will be accepted immediately through 8:00 A.M. on February 28, 2025. Applicants may be interviewed as submissions are received by the City prior to the acceptance period closing date.