Arnold Montoya
Building Official
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Results-driven building official with over 25 years of diverse experience in electrical inspection, code enforcement, safety compliance, project management, and leadership standards. Delivers significant cost savings ideas to public and contractors. Committed to community service and professional development. Comprehensive expertise in construction management, code enforcement, and regulatory compliance with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, inspection processes, and conflict resolution. Known for reliability and a results-driven approach.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
10
10
Certification
Work History
Assistant Building Official
Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2022 - Current
- Support the Building Official in overseeing departmental operations
- Act on behalf of the Building Official as needed
- Assist in policy development, staffing, and community relations
ADA Coordinator & Safety Officer
Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2017 - Current
- Implement and oversee ADA compliance and grievance procedures
- Serve as department liaison with public health officials
- Coordinated COVID-19 vaccination planning and building safety protocols
- Secured ARPA-funded hazard pay for staff
Chief Electrical Inspector
Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Conduct inspections across residential, commercial, and industrial properties
- Manage the electrical division and staff
- Led multiple code adoption processes with City Council and County Commissioners
Owner/Operator
A Quality Electric Services, LLC
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Managed day-to-day operations of a licensed electrical contracting business
- Oversaw projects in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors
Electrical Contractor
Various Employers
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Performed electrical work and supervised crews across three states
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Labor Studies
Certificate - General Studies
Master Electrician Certificate -
Journeyman Wireman -
01.2002
High School Diploma - undefined
01.1987
Skills
- Certified Building Official and Certified Fire Marshal
- Certified Plans examiner, along with all Electrical Certifications from ICC
- Proficient in safety regulations for electrical systems
- Proven leadership in government operations and code compliance
- Experienced in public health coordination and ADA compliance
- Effective communicator with stakeholders, officials, and the public
- Committed to civic engagement and professional excellence
Certification
- Master Electrician – State of Colorado
- Certified Building Official – ICC
- Certified Fire Marshal – ICC
- Electrical Code Specialist – ICC
- Electrical Plans Examiner – ICC
- Commercial Electrical Inspector – ICC
- Residential Electrical Inspector – ICC
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
Affiliations
- Board Member, Pueblo Economic Development Corporation (2022–Present)
- President, Pueblo Shrine Club – Raised funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children
- Safety Officer, PRBD – Achieved highest safety rating in Southern Colorado
- Former Member, Latino Chamber of Commerce
- Former Member, NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association)
- Member, General Contractors Association
Timeline
Assistant Building Official - Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2022 - Current
ADA Coordinator & Safety Officer - Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2017 - Current
Chief Electrical Inspector - Pueblo Regional Building Department
01.2009 - 01.2022
Owner/Operator - A Quality Electric Services, LLC
01.2002 - 01.2006
Electrical Contractor - Various Employers
01.1996 - 01.2001
Pueblo Community College - Certificate, General Studies
Central High School - High School Diploma,
Antioch University, George Meany Center - Bachelor of Arts, Labor Studies
JATC Apprenticeship IBEW, Emily Griffith Opportunity School - Master Electrician Certificate,
JATC Apprenticeship Program - Journeyman Wireman,
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