Building Code Field Inspector I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; Presencial; USD 34.000 - 51.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Building Inspector in the Western Kentucky region. The role involves inspecting new building construction for code compliance, consulting with project stakeholders, and scheduling inspections across territory.

Requires two years of drafting or supervising building construction, high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Associate degree can substitute for experience.

Formación

• High school diploma required; two years drafting or supervising building construction.
• Associate degree can substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must possess a valid driver's license before appointment.

Responsabilidades

• Learn to inspect in assigned territory new building construction for compliance with building codes.
• Consult with superintendents, construction managers, owners, and other officials.
• Schedule inspections and prepare inspection reports for new construction.
• Research building codes to develop knowledge of codes.
• Regularly work with local officials and other inspectors.

Conocimientos

Drafting experience

Reading drawings

Building codes knowledge

Independent worker

Educación

High school diploma

Descripción del empleo

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11/30/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job Overview

Pay Grade: 12

Salary: $3,035.50 - $4,553.26 Monthly

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Public Protection Cabinet | Dept of Housing, Buildings and Const

Location: WEST KENTUCKY REGION

Description

Are you interested in becoming part of a team that’s dedicated to protecting the lives and property of the Commonwealth?

The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement is responsible for reviewing plans and making inspections of new building construction including alterations, renovations, and buildings involved in a change of occupancy (use) to ensure compliance with adopted codes and referenced standards. This position is in the field operations branch within the division.

Responsibilities

• Learn to inspect in assigned territory new building construction for compliance with building codes and referenced standards in the areas of structural assembly, energy conservation, mechanical, fire protection, and life and fire safety.
• Consult with superintendents, construction managers, owners, and other officials concerning building construction.
• Schedule inspections and prepare new construction inspection reports.
• Research building codes and referenced standards to develop working knowledge of building codes.
• Regularly work with local building officials, other field inspectors, and field supervisors.

Skills and Expectations

• Construction industry knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
• Knowledge of or the ability to develop knowledge of building codes.
• Ability to work independently.
• Analytical skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive difference in your community, we would love to have you become part of our team!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of experience in drafting or preparing building construction documents or in the supervision of building construction.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: An associate's degree in architecture, engineering, architectural technology, drafting and designing technology, fire science technology, engineering technology, building construction technology or related field will substitute for the above experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this job classification. Must obtain certificate for Level I (one) building inspector issued by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction as defined in KRS 198B.090 and 815 KAR 7:070 within 2 years of employment in this job classification. Must pass (1) one of the required certification exams within the certification program, within a year. Must complete twelve (12), department approved, Kentucky Building Inspector Program Continuing Education unit credits per year. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. https://dhbc.ky.gov/ KRS 198B.090 https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38087 815KAR 7:070 The Kentucky Certified Building Inspector Program https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/titles/815/007/070/

Working Conditions

Travel will be required to perform inspections. May be exposed to hazards commonly associated with building construction, which requires the following of safety procedures.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michael Sullivan at [e-mail] or 270-233-8699.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D