Authorization to Hire a Building Inspector/Plans Examiner

The purpose of this case is to authorize the hiring of a Building Inspector/Plans Examiner.

As a result of a recent seperation, staff conducted a recruitment for a Building Inspector/Plans Examiner.  Mr. Becker was selected to advance in the recruitment process.  He passed the necessary pre-employment background checks and staff recommends hiring him as a full-time Building Inspector/Plans Examiner. Mr. Becker will be subject to a 6-month probationary period and the terms of the City's Personnel Policy and AFSCME union contract. 
  
The primary objective of this position is to assist the Building Official in ensuring that all new and existing residential and commercial/industrial development in the City complies with all applicable portions of the Minnesota Building Codes and applicable City Codes.  This includes, but is not limited to the following duties:

• Assist the Building Official with the review of building, sewer/septic, mechanical and plumbing permits
• Conduct inspections to ensure applicable code compliance for all new and existing structures
• Collect, record and maintain plan review and inspection records as needed
• Perform administrative code compliance activities with direction from the Building Official
• Perform a wide range of tasks at the verbal or written direction (within the ability and resources of the Building Inspector/Plans Examiner) of the Building Official or Community Development Director or their designee

The funding for this position is included in the 2026 budget.

To hire Mr. Dean Becker effective on or near January 30, 2026 at $45.316 per hour, which is Step 4 of the 2026 pay scale.

Motion to hire Mr. Dean Becker, effective on or near January 30, 2026 at $45.316 per hour, which is Step 4 of the 2026 pay scale.