Building Inspector

City of Carrollton; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Carrollton is seeking a Building Inspector to perform a variety of inspections in compliance with building codes and zoning ordinances. The successful candidate will oversee construction projects, ensure quality materials are used, and maintain accurate records of inspections and violations. This role requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Four years of technical training in a building trade.
• Two years' experience as a journey-level tradesman.
• Ability to obtain applicable certifications after employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections for compliance with building codes.
• Prepare violation notices and maintain inspection records.
• Review and interpret construction plans and regulations.

Skills

Building inspection techniques

Customer service

Mathematical calculations

Record maintenance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Four years of technical training in a building trade

Job description

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM

JOB TITLE: Building Inspector

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Building Inspection

REPORTS TO: Chief Building Inspector

SUMMARY: Responsible for performing a wide variety of inspections to support the City’s one-stop shop philosophy in building and zoning. Inspections include building inspections, construction inspections and inspections related to the City’s zoning ordinances. Work is performed with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs field inspections of public and private construction and improvements for violations and/or compliance of plans, standards, specifications, regulations, permits, zoning and/or City code ordinances; inspects, approves, and/or rejects phases of construction.
• Conducts field inspections of work in progress to ensure the quality of materials used, standards of workmanship, contract compliance, and/or other related issues.
• Prepares and issues verbal warnings, violation notices, and stop work orders to construction projects not being built in compliance with City standards and/or other applicable regulations; maintains case files regarding inspections and violations.
• Reviews and interprets approved construction plans, specifications, and special provisions as a basis for monitoring construction activities.
• Attends meetings and addresses concerns of interested parties.
• Performs a variety of administrative activities in support of departmental operations, which may include: coordinating applicable training programs; facilitating training classes on technical issues; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• General knowledge of building inspection techniques;
• Knowledge of construction and building maintenance principles;
• Knowledge of construction materials testing procedures;
• Skilled in providing customer service;
• Skilled in mediating hostile situations;
• Skilled in performing mathematical calculations;
• Skilled in maintaining records;
• Skilled in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple simultaneous projects;
• Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions;
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, applying, and explaining laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Skilled in preparing clear and concise reports;
• Skilled in maintaining sensitive and confidential information;
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Four years of technical training in a building trade.
• Two years’ experience as a journey-level tradesman.
• Ability to obtain licensure as a Texas State Plumbing Inspector or two (2) ICC Certifications in building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical field within 6 months of employment.
• Requires a valid State of Texas Driver’s License.
• Additional certifications are required depending on types of inspections performed.

PREFERENCES:

• Licensed or Certified as a Plumber, Plumbing Inspector, Electrician or Electrical Inspector

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Work is typically performed in both standard office and outside environments, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Work is performed in high and precarious places and near moving mechanical parts.
• Regular exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.