Building Inspector - Americas

A Building Inspector is responsible to review and inspect commercial buildings for adherence to safety codes and regulations. Ensures buildings conform to local, state and federal codes and regulations.

• Inspects buildings for fire and life safety and fire protection systems to determine their compliance with local or international building codes.
• Buildings include Commercial, Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality sectors.
• Fire protection systems include fire suppression and fire detection and alarm systems.
• Reads and interprets building codes, technical manuals, drawings, instructions, and specifications.
• Identifies records and reports all deviations using tools provided.
• Involves travel and meeting and communicating with building owners and managers regarding codes, inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services; responds to questions, complaints and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets policies and procedures, ordinances and codes.
• Follows up to verify that corrections of violations have been made and takes appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards; reviews new codes and changes to existing codes; maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate.
• The Job requires business integrity, high ethical and safety compliance and adherence is paramount.
• The job involves travelling and meeting Building owners/client.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

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• University Degree (Equivalent to Associates degree) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Safety Engineering preferred
• Related discipline plus generally five years’ experience as an inspector, building contractor, engineer or other building related trades.
• ICC Combo commercial Inspector certification
• Knowledge to interpret building codes and ability to identify non-compliant installations as essential.
• Good verbal communication skills with customers.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Must have excellent computer skills.

Home Based Position  - Candidate preferred to be located close to airport due to  travel requirements

What we offer:

• Total Rewards:  We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career . The estimated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including personal days (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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This application deadline for this position is March 8, 2027