Building Inspector

Elizabethtown; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Elizabethtown is seeking a Building Inspector in the Planning and Development Department to inspect residential and commercial properties for occupancy compliance with the Kentucky Building Code and KY Residential Code. Supervision is provided by the Chief Building Official and the Director of Planning & Development.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid Kentucky driver’s license, and knowledge of building construction and inspection terminology.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license.
• Knowledge of building construction and inspection terminology.

Responsibilities

• Receive visitors and telephone calls in an office setting.
• Visit properties to discuss compliance with ordinances and provide information on rules and regulations.
• Communicate with property owners, contractors, and the public regarding code requirements and inspection results.
• Schedule inspections and prepare notices related to enforcement of the codes.
• Perform inspections to ensure structures are safe for occupancy and meet minimum requirements.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and operate a motor vehicle to visit construction sites.

Skills

Building codes

Inspection procedures

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

KY Building Inspector Level I certification

KY Building Inspector Level II certification

Tools

Departmental software

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

EMPLOYEE NAME: __________________________________

CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Building Inspector

Class:

55

Department:

Planning and Development

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Director, Planning and Development & Chief Building Official

Weather/Emergency Status:

N/A

Revision Date:

10/01/2026

JOB SUMMARY

This position involves the inspection of residential and commercial properties to ensure that the minimum standards necessary for occupancy of the structure per the requirements of the adopted codes and ordinances (KY Building Code and KY Residential Code) of the City of Elizabethtown are met. Supervision is received from the Chief Building Official and the Director of Planning & Development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Possess a valid Kentucky driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of all types of building construction.
• Familiarity with building construction and inspection terminology.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including printers, computers, and associated software such as word processing, spreadsheet, database software.

Preferred:

• Certification as a Kentucky Building Inspector, Level I (required within six (6) months of employment)
• Certification as a Kentucky Building Inspector, Level II (required within one (1) year of employment)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• International Building Codes and KY Building Code & KY Residential Code
• Building construction (materials and terminology)
• Inspection procedures and preparation of reports
• Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)
• Departmental software

Skilled In:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with other employees, local businesses and the public.
• Communicate effectively and coherently in written and verbal modes.

Ability to:

• Perform in a manner consistent with City policies, procedures, vision, mission, and values
• Remain courteous, professional, and tactful when interacting with the public
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Manage time and prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines
• Complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Operate modern office equipment through the utilization of hands and fingers.
• Operate a motor vehicle to visit construction sites and physically inspect the premises.
• Visually review code books, applications and forms, reports and similar documents.
• Physically capable of performing essential job functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following essential job functions outline the primary duties and responsibilities required for this position. These tasks are fundamental to the role but do not list every function or duty of the position.

• In an office setting, receives visitors and telephone calls.
• Operate modern office equipment including printers, computers, and associated software.
• Assist in maintaining all records and documents of inspections and code enforcement actions.
• Visually reviews and processes documents and places documents in proper storage location.
• In the field, visits properties to meet and talk with owners, architects and contractors about compliance with the ordinances, rules and regulations relating to the building codes and provides information to ensure understanding with current rules and regulations.
• Communicate with property owners, contractors, and the general public regarding code requirements, inspection results, and the status of permit applications.
• Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
• Perform inspections to determine that structures are safe for occupancy and meet the minimum established requirements for the proper construction and maintenance of structures, appliances, equipment, and utilities.
• Perform visual inspections of properties and buildings, including but not limited to, climbing stairs, climbing on to roofs, crawling under crawl space areas, walking on uneven surfaces.
• Schedule inspections and prepare notices relating to enforcement of the codes. Inspections and enforcement activities may be coordinated with other staff and/or agencies.
• Perform job functions in outside weather conditions.
• Hear and communicate clearly in person and by telephone.
• Place records in their proper location in the office by standing, walking, stooping and carrying file folders, plans and other items (up to 15 pounds at times).
• Communicate with the general public in a clear, polite, and understandable manner.
• Work overtime, or at hours other than regular office hours, as necessary.
• Assist in actions taken in the condemnation of unsafe structures.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sitting: 1/3 or more of the time

Using hands to finger, handle, or feel: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Walking: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Standing: 2/3 or more of the time

Reaching with hands and arms: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Talking: 2/3 or more of the time

Climbing or Balancing: Up to1/3 of the time

Hearing: 2/3 or more of the time

Lifting: Up to 1/3 of the time

Weight: Up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather): Occaisionally

Outdoor weather conditions: Yes

Work near moving mechanical parts: Occaisionally

Extreme cold (non-weather): Occaisionally

Work in high, precarious places: Yes

Extreme heat (non-weather): Occaisionally

Fumes or airborne particles: Occaisionally

Risk of electrical shock: None

Toxic or caustic chemicals: None

Vibration: None

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I understand that I am being hired (or promoted) based on my ability to successfully complete a reasonable job orientation period and to subsequently perform the above listed duties in addition to other duties as assigned. I acknowledge receipt of the City of Elizabethtown Personnel Policies and Procedures, Safety Program, Family Medical Leave Act, Sexual & Nonsexual Harassment and Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Policies and I agree to abide by all requirements. I acknowledge the City of Elizabethtown as an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Employee Name:

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Employee

Signature:

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Date:

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THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CITY AS THE NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB CHANGE.

Job Description
Building Inspector
Planning & Development
October 2026