Building Code Field Inspector I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Public Protection Cabinet, Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, seeks a Building Code Field Inspector I to enforce building codes in the West Kentucky region. The role inspects new construction, coordinates with officials, prepares inspection reports, and supports code enforcement initiatives.

The position requires knowledge of construction and codes, strong communication, and independence, with occasional travel to sites and offices across the region.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of drafting or supervising building construction experience.
• Associate degree in architecture, engineering or related field can substitute for the experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new building construction for compliance in areas like structural assembly, energy, mechanical, fire protection and life safety.
• Consult with superintendents, construction managers, owners and other officials about building construction.
• Schedule inspections and prepare new construction inspection reports.
• Research building codes to develop knowledge of codes and standards.
• Work with local building officials, other field inspectors and field supervisors.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Read & interpret docs

Building codes knowledge

Work independently

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree substitute

Job description

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9/22/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2604636

Job Title

Building Code Field Inspector I

Pay Grade

12

Salary

$3,035.50 - $4,464.04 Monthly

Employment Type

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

Location

WEST KENTUCKY REGION

Hiring Agency

Public Protection Cabinet | Dept of Housing, Buildings and Const

Description

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

The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Building Code Enforcement isresponsible 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 buildingconstruction.
• 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 815 KAR 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.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D