Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely and must possess and maintain an appropriate valid California motor vehicle operator's license. While working to ensure compliance with applicable codes, incumbents read and interpret graphic instructions, blueprints and plans, as well as comprehend and make inferences from written material. The nature of the work requires the individual to climb ladders or scaffolding, ranging up to 50 - 60 feet, in order to access and walk on roof tops. The job requires the ability to access and enter cramped quarters such as crawl spaces located under homes or spaces such as attic areas. While conducting an inspection it may require the incumbent to walk over rough uneven or rocky surfaces, and to jump over trenches and other obstacles.
Inspections occur year round involving all weather types typical of the region.
A supplemental questionnaire must be returned along with a standard application form to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date in order to be considered further in the process. Depending upon the number of applications received, an eligibility list may be established based solely upon the screening committee's evaluation of application documents submitted to the Human Resources Department. In the event that the number of applications is sufficient to require an examination, the most qualified applicants will be invited to appear before an appraisal board. The appraisal board will evaluate each candidate's experience, education, background, and other job related qualifications for the position. A background check will be conducted prior to a job offer being made.