UL

Building Inspector - Midwest

UL • $85K — $95K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University Degree (Associates degree equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Safety Engineering preferred
  • Five years' experience as an inspector, building contractor, engineer, or related trades
  • ICC Combo commercial Inspector certification
  • Certified Electrical Plans Examiner
  • Ability to interpret building codes and identify non-compliant installations
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills

Responsibilities

  • Inspect buildings for fire and life safety compliance with codes
  • Cover Commercial, Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality sectors
  • Examine fire protection systems: suppression and detection
  • Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and specifications
  • Record and report code deviations using provided tools
  • Travel and communicate with building owners/managers about compliance
  • Verify corrections of code violations to ensure compliance
  • Maintain current knowledge of codes, regulations, and safety trends

Benefits

  • Annual bonus compensation of up to 5% of base salary
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Wellness benefits covering mental and financial health
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 12 holiday days, and 72 hours sick leave
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • 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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Qualifications

  • 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
  • Certified Electrical Plans Examiner
  • Knowledge to interpret building codes and ability to identify non-compliant installations as essential.
  • Good verbal communication skills with customers.
  • 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 $95,000 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 floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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Size
14,700 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1900
* Ladders Estimates

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