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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Do you have experience in conducting field inspections? Are you interested in inspecting residential and commercial constructions and working with general public, contractors, or developers while enjoying a breezy beautiful ocean view? Come join our team! The City of Manhattan Beach is actively seeking for an experience Senior Building Inspector for the Community Development Department.
Under direction of a Principal Building Inspector or higher, inspect buildings and structures to ensure that construction or alteration work is being done in accordance with approved plans and applicable code provisions and do related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.- Inspects buildings and structures that are being constructed, altered, moved, or demolished to ensure that work being done complies with provisions of the building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related codes and ordinances.
- Determines whether or not inspected work is being constructed in a safe manner in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
- Inspects the quality of materials and methods of construction for footings, foundations, excavations, concrete work, framing, lathing, plastering, masonry and other construction phases.
- Inspects existing buildings to determine hazardous conditions.
- Provides information to builders, architects, and the general public regarding building code and ordinance requirements.
- Checks plans to assure compliance with applicable regulations and investigate reports of violations and issues of stop-work orders and citation notices when necessary.
- Keeps records of inspections made and actions taken.
- May be required to work shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Training/Experience:- A high school diploma or G.E.D is required.
- Four (4) years of construction inspection experience of which two (2) years must be in primary building trades of carpentry, plumbing, or electrical inspection or construction is required.
Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:- Must have a valid California “C” driver’s license at the time of employment.
- Certifications by the International Conference of Building Officials or by another model code organization as a Building Inspector and a Combination Dwelling Inspector are preferred. Said certifications will be required within two years from date of hire.
Knowledge of:
Pertinent building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, zoning codes and ordinances; proper construction methods; and General Safety Orders.
Ability to:
Read, understand and correctly interpret technical codes and ordinances, building construction plans and specifications; maintain records and prepare progress reports; work effectively and cooperatively with others.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Application filing deadline is Sunday, June 7, 2026.
All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department.
The selection process will consist of the following component and weight: Oral Interview (100%).
* The oral interview exam is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 24, 2026. If you need special assistance in the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department at (310) 802-5258 .
NOTE: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefits package to full-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and more.
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To see detailed information about Teamsters bargaining unit benefits, please visit our benefit page on the City's official website.
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Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System).
The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly.
The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan.
Closing Date/Time: 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Manhattan Beach
Show moreWelcome to Manhattan Beach; a classic, casual California beach town with easy access to LAX. We are a residential community of just over 35,000 residents with an award-winning school district, unique shops and restaurants, worldwide corporate headquarters, and signature community traditions that are open to all. Did I mention that the Beach Boys loved it here? In the 1962 hit song, “Surfin USA,” the Beach Boys said if everybody had an ocean, then everybody would be surfing “all over Manhattan!” That’s not far from the truth!
Upon visiting, the Manhattan Beach Pier and Roundhouse Aquarium is a natural starting point for discovering our town. It’s at the heart of our charming downtown shopping and dining district. You can play beach volleyball, shop at an independent bookstore and have a Jonathan Gold ranked meal all within a block radius. If you’re lucky enough to visit on a Tuesday, visit the Farmer’s Market from 12-4. And, as home to beach volleyball, each August we host the Manhattan Beach Open, the oldest, most prestigious professional volleyball tournament next to the south side of the Pier.
Our residents cherish our hometown traditions. We held the first ever Pinewood Derby in 1953. Every fall is our Old Hometown Fair, October has the World Famous Pumpkin Race (really!) and the highlight of December is the Holiday Fireworks show on the second Sunday in December.
Boasting seven public parks, including a botanical garden, the city provides a multitude of sports activities for its residents, including surfing and beach volleyball. Polliwog Park features a play structure accessible to all, a man-made lake, the setting for Sunday afternoon concerts during the summer months and the site of the Manhattan Beach Historical Society.
Manhattan Beach is also known for its award-winning school district. With the support of the community, the school district has attained national recognition and over 93% of graduates enter institutions of higher learning after high school. Every year, the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation raises money to improve Manhattan Beach public schools and annually hosts the largest charity wine auction in Southern California, the Manhattan Wine Auction.
We aren’t just about outdoor activities. In 2015, we opened a brand new branch of the Los Angeles County library, a two-story building in downtown Manhattan with ocean views.
As you can see, we value the healthy beach lifestyle. That’s why we are committed to preserving our environment. We were one of the first cities to ban plastic bags and have been a smoke-free town since 2014. As of February 2020, in order to reduce nicotine addiction and protect public health, we’ve also prohibited the sale of all tobacco products (including vape products) in the City.
We value inclusion for all, education, and community involvement. Come visit us in Manhattan Beach. We guarantee you will fall in love.
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