Building & Electrical Plans Inspector

City of Fort Myers; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Myers is seeking a Building Inspector to apply technical codes across structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, roofing and related disciplines. The role focuses on inspection and plan review to ensure safety for public health and welfare in construction projects.

Essential duties include coordinating with contractors and city staff, reviewing daily inspections, researching code requirements, and documenting inspections.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building and safety codes and plan review processes.
• Ability to interpret structural, electrical, mechanical and plumbing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct highly technical inspections and plan review for code compliance.
• Consult with contractors, City staff, and citizens via phone and in person.
• Review and assign all daily inspections to appropriate staff.
• Research Code books for compliance.
• Prepares written documentation, including daily work sheets and sign-offs.
• Communicate with Architects, Engineers and Contractors on inspections or plans.
• Maintain assigned city vehicle and equipment.
• Attend work as required and maintain reliable presence at the workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Code compliance

Technical inspections

Plan review

Contractor liaison

Education

High school diploma

Florida driver's license

Job description

The City of Fort Myers is seeking a Building Inspector to apply technical codes across structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, roofing and related disciplines. The role focuses on inspection and plan review to ensure safety for public health and welfare in construction projects.

Essential duties include coordinating with contractors and city staff, reviewing daily inspections, researching code requirements, and documenting inspections.