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Building Inspector Trainee

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Building Inspector Trainee is responsible for accompanying a certified inspector on simple to complex residential construction inspections and learning applicable codes, ordinances, and administrative directives enforced by our jurisdictional clients. While your work will be in the field performing inspections; part of the initial training process will take place in our Chandler office. Our training program teaches you how to read and interpret residential codes, product specifications, and construction documents; work directly with developers, contractors, and customers to identify, document, and assist in resolving issues to gain compliance in all residential codes; understand construction methods and product applications; evaluate compliance based upon the specific conditions of each construction project; and maintain field result paperwork and files.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist trainer during inspections with project site documents including plans and truss calculations.
• Take written notes during inspections and communicate with trainers regarding code enforcement.
• Driving to field sites as instructed by trainers.
• Successful completion of International Code Council Residential Building Code certification within 6 months of program starts.
• Successful completion of an additional International Code Council certification within first year.
• Interact with clients and citizens in a responsible manner while always working safely without presenting a threat to self or others in compliance with Stantec regulations.
• Prioritize customer service, integrity, and a commitment to safety.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office at a proficient level.
• Driver's license with satisfactory driving record required.
• Basic construction knowledge is preferred.
• Field inspection requires city driving, bending, twisting, walking on uneven surfaces, exposure to the elements including inclement weather, and wearing/maintaining PPE (personal professional equipment). Desired candidates will need to commit to a full-time training program for a minimum of six months.
• Education and Experience: Associate's degree or technical school diploma/certificate in a related program. Combination of education and experience preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range: Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 46,500.00 - Max Salary $ 62,800.00

Primary Location: United States | AZ | Chandler

Organization: BC-1852 Buildings-US Arizona

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.