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Under general supervision, inspects ongoing residential and large commercial construction projects for compliance with all building and construction codes, City regulations, and construction plans. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Inspects structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations at a level of complexity generally found in residential construction to ensure that work complies with the City Construction Code, the Zoning Ordinance, and other applicable regulations and approved plans and specifications; Provides information to contractors, owners, or other customers regarding the Construction Code and other regulatory requirements and specifications; Monitors an assigned geographical area to identify construction being performed without a permit and for dangerous structures; Issues notices of violation where unsafe or illegal conditions exist, and conducts follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are made; Monitors and inspects the construction of City projects with, other departments, contractors, and subcontractors; Responds to citizen complaints and requests for information regarding construction projects; Performs inspections in accordance with approved plans and all disciplines; Requires construction corrections to be made when deficiencies are discovered and assists builders and owners in determining methods to achieve code conformance; Conducts site inspections and authorizes release of Certificate of Occupancy; Documents construction project progress; Inspects projects for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance; Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements: Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent and three (3) years of building construction experience working at a skilled journey level in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, masonry or related building trades, or certification by a model code agency as an Inspector or Plan Reviewer; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Knowledge of: City Construction Code and the Zoning Ordinance applicable to construction and associated rules, regulations, and standards. Materials and methods used in residential construction including carpentry, masonry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) construction requirements. Stages of construction when possible violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected. Mathematical principles required to perform related technical calculations. Skills and Ability to: Perform assigned inspections. Accurately read and comprehend construction plans. Detect possible defects and faults in construction and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures. Objectively interpret and consistently apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with department policies. Communicate in the English language by phone or in person in a one-to-one setting. Observe or monitor objects to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards. Use graphic instructions, such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids. Measure distance using a tape measure. Sort, distribute, and file material such as plans, permit files, notice of ordinance violations, and survey sheets in some prescribed manner. Work cooperatively with other City employees and the general public. Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others. Operate a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. Additional Requirements: Possession of a Building Inspector Certification and possession of or required to obtain within 12 months of hire or promotion a second certification as listed below from a recognized code publishing organization: Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Building Plans Examiner, Combination Plans Examiner, Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner, Residential Combination Inspector, or Commercial Combination Inspector. All positions require the use of City vehicles. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage. Additional Information: Special Requirements: Possession of a Valid Arizona Driver's License. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed outdoors in potential extreme weather conditions and in standard office environment. Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort. Forces exerted are equivalent to lifting between 25 and 50 pounds. Work requires occasional to frequent standing, sitting, walking, lifting, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, pushing/pulling, reaching overhead, twisting, climbing, balancing, and entering confined spaces. Work could involve the coordination of body movements involving various body postures to include the travel over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces or terrain, and maneuver around scaffolding, bracing, or unfinished construction elements. Reports To : Building Inspector III or designee Supervision Exercised: None FLSA Status: Non-exempt Closing Date/Time: Continuous

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS FILING DATES 09/10/2013 - until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER C4171H REBULLETIN INFORMATION This announcement is a rebulletin to update the salary and certification requirements. Persons who have already applied within the last 12 months need not reapply, but may submit additional information by the last day of filing. The information must include your name, the correct examination title and number. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity Essential Job Functions A Building Engineering Inspector performs a combination of the following essential job functions: inspects site grading, building, plumbing, and electrical and mechanical construction and installations on single-family dwellings and minor commercial and industrial buildings to ensure conformity with code requirements and zoning ordinances; reviews plans for building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical details to determine code and ordinance compliance prior to performing inspections; assists in performing inspections of the more complex structures such as multi-storied buildings; initiates changes to private construction site work in structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related features to meet code requirements; initiates soil tests where evidence indicates soil instability; inspects rehabilitation projects to ensure compliance with current code requirements and zoning ordinances; performs business license inspections to ensure code and ordinance compliance; processes permit requests at public counters; prepares reports and maintains records related to code inspection or plan checking; files complaints against willful violators of the County Building Laws and testifies in court, if necessary; and drives a motor vehicle to get to various inspection sites on a routine basis. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS OPTION I: One year of experience as a General Contractor, Building Construction project lead/working supervisor or Superintendent, or inspector of building construction for compliance with building codes -OR- OPTION II: Completion of two years in an accredited college or university with specialization in engineering, architecture or inspection technology* -OR- OPTION III: One year of building inspection experience as a Building Engineering Inspector Aid** in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSE A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Certificate: A valid certification in building inspection -AND- a valid certification in one of the following: electrical, plumbing or mechanical inspection from a recognized code certification organization in a code used by the County of Los Angeles.*** PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Applicants qualifying under OPTION II must submit a copy of their transcript with their application at the time of filing. The transcript must indicate completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units (equivalent to two years of coursework) and the area of specialization. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application filing; however, official transcripts will be verified at the time of appointment. Applications submitted without the required transcripts will be rejected as incomplete. **Applicants qualifying under OPTION III must have County status as a Building Engineering Inspector Aid as evidenced by holding such payroll title for the required period of time. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. ***Applicants MUST attach copies of their valid certification in building inspection and a valid certification in one of the following: electrical, plumbing, or mechanical inspection to their application at the time of filing. Applications submitted without the required certificates will be rejected as incomplete. In accordance with the provisions of the California Health and Safety Code Section 18949, which requires the valid certification of building inspectors and certain other titles, persons appointed to such titles prior to January 1, 1994, who have remained in continuous County employment on such titles, shall be exempt from the certification provisions of the California Health and Safety Code Section 18949. License Information: All successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR (4) OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED. Appointees may be required to provide automobiles and drive them in the County service at the rate of compensation allowed by the Board of Supervisors. Appointees who are required to drive their vehicles in the County service MUST SHOW PROOF OF AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE THAT MEETS THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIREMENTS. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100% covering education, experience, personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the interview in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Works, Building and Safety Division. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Please be sure your application shows complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, and salary earned. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination process. FILE USING ONE OF THE METHODS BELOW: FILING ONLINE Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. We encourage you to apply online so you can track the status of your application and get notified of your progress by email. We must receive your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) by 5:30 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, on the last day of filing. We may close this exam anytime without prior notice. Note: if you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to (626) 979-5440 within fifteen (15) calendar days from filing. Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on the faxed documents. FILING BY U.S. MAIL OR IN PERSON We must receive your completed application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) at the address below by 5:30 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, on the last day of filing. Department of Public Works Human Resources Division 900 South Fremont Avenue, Lobby Floor Alhambra, CA 91803-1331 Phone No.: (626) 458-2141 Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, ONLY, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Please note this office is closed on Fridays. SPECIAL INFORMATION FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE Before a final appointment is made to this position, candidates are subject to security clearance which includes fingerprinting. An individual may be withheld from appointment, if he/she has a conviction record incompatible with the essential duties of the position for which he/she has applied. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Disqualifying factors may include but are not limited to: felony convictions, certain job-related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (e.g., 4 or more moving violations within the past 2 years, failure to appear, at-fault accidents, and driving under the influence), illegal use of certain controlled substances and/or poor employment history. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. CONTACT INFORMATION Department Contact Name: Sandy Nerva Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141 Department Contact Email: ynerva@dpw.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141 Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829 California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:

*** All completed applications for this position must be submitted online no later than 5:00 pm, on the closing date of the recruitment. PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Please follow all submission instructions to ensure your application is complete. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications, therefore, it is important for online applications to be completed fully. Late applications will not be accepted beyond the closing time and date for any reason, including any technical issues, such as system, browser, or computer failures, etc. *** Selective Certification (Electrical) The eligibility list generated from this announcement will only be used to fill specialized (Electrical Engineer) positions in the Engineering Department, Maritime Project Design and Delivery. CLASS DEFINITION This is professional mechanical and electrical engineering work at the intermediate action level, involving drafting and the application of professional knowledge and skills to practical mechanical and electrical engineering problems. Under general supervision, a Port Assistant Engineer (E/M Work) is expected to solve problems of moderate complexity with direct assistance available on the complex or more difficult assignment. The scope of the job requires some knowledge of the division's work and of Port operations. Contacts are predominately with other public agencies. Errors in judgment could result in serious consequences, but administrative controls limit the risk. Examples of Duties: Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Incumbent may perform other related duties at the equivalent level. Performs detail drafting in preparing designs and plans for electrical and mechanical installations. Acts as inspector for electrical and mechanical construction projects, checking for conformity with plans and specifications. Prepares specifications, estimates of costs, quantities and work progress on electrical and mechanical engineering projects. Performs electrical and mechanical investigations and prepares reports. Prepares and maintains permanent office records and cost records. Performs related electrical and mechanical engineering work as required. Minimum Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE This position requires a combination of education and experience reflecting possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical combination would include the following: One year of professional electrical and/or mechanical engineering experience and possession of a State of California Engineer-In-Training (EIT)* certificate. A Master's degree in electrical and/or mechanical engineering from an ABET (American Board of Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of experience. * Acceptable EIT certification includes states which have reciprocity with California. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES To perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities listed below are required. Knowledge of: The principles and fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering, including the National Electrical Code. Modern electrical and mechanical engineering methods, materials and techniques as applied to the design construction, inspection and testing of various types of electrical and mechanical systems. Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Use drafting instruments, calculators and available electronic computer equipment to solve engineering problems. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties and to work as a team. Apply engineering principles to the solution of professional engineering problems. THE SELECTION PROCESS Stage I: Application, EIT Certificate, and Supplemental Questionnaire Evaluation (Pass/Fail) - The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application, EIT certificate, and supplemental questionnaire appraisal review (pass/fail). Applications submitted without an EIT certificate and completed supplemental questionnaire will not be given further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II . Stage II: Written Examination (Pass/Fail) - The second stage of the selection process will consist of a written test to assess technical knowledge. Candidates must achieve a passing score in order to progress to the next stage. Stage III: Oral Interview (Weighted 100%) - The third stage of the selection process may consist of a combination of job-related situational project exercises and an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional other KSAs. Candidates must achieve a scale score of 70 or more on this examination to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration . The Port of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. ADVISORIES Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port of Oakland will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application. Americans with Disabilities (ADA): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port of Oakland will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and in the work environment. Individuals invited to advance in the examination process will be provided the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation. The Port of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Employer Additional Requirements: Individuals appointed will be required to maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License. T he license is to be maintained throughout employment with the Port of Oakland. Incumbents in this classification may be assigned either to the Airport or Harbor work location. In order to comply with the security requirements of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for incumbents assigned to the airport and U.S. Customs for individuals who have unescorted access to secured areas of the harbor, each incumbent is required to successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check, which will include a fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA), prior to being considered for this position. Closing Date/Time: Fri. 01/22/21 5:00 PM Pacific Time