*** This program is open to Transitioning Service Members Only As Part of the DOD SkillBridge Program.*** The DOD SkillBridge program gives service members the chance to gain valuable civilian work experience. It offers specific industry training, apprenticeships or internships during the last 180 days of military service. The program connects service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences. The City of Atlanta- Department of City Planning is now offering SkillBridge opportunities to service members interested in the following career opportunities:
Building Inspector Sr or Electrical Inspector Sr. You’ll be provided an opportunity through SkillBridge to “earn as you learn” and gain real world experience working alongside industry professionals. After you transition from service you may have the option to be hired into a permanent full-time position with the City of Atlanta. Ideal candidates will be active duty with at least 180 days remaining, approved for participation from your command, possess a HS diploma or GED, and be authorized to work in the US.
You may be eligible to participate in SkillBridge if you:
- Have 180 days of service or fewer remaining prior to your date of discharge and you have at least 180 continuous days of active service.
- Obtain approval from your unit commander.
- Agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the service if mission requirements dictate.
Starting salary - $26.00 per hour, after obtaining an ICC certification, salary will be $27.30 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications - Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
2 years of specialized/technical training in building inspections and the Uniform Building Code and a minimum of three years of experience as a building inspector (or an equivalent combination of experience and training); including a minimum one year of experience in enforcing municipal or county historic preservation and/or urban design related ordinances.
Preferred Education & ExperienceAssociate’s degree in construction, engineering or related field or a degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or historic preservation, and three to five years of construction and/or building inspection experience including one year of experience working with residential and commercial buildings and one year of experience with enforcing municipal or county historic preservation and/or urban design related ordinances. Working knowledge of general processes and standards found in municipal or county historic preservation and/or urban design ordinances and with nationally-accepted historic preservation principles and practices.
Licensures and Certifications Position would be expected to have licensure or professional certifications appropriate to the position. Required: Valid Georgia driver’s license Required: Must have an ICC Building Inspector Certification
