Building Inspector

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Building Inspector to examine residential, commercial, and industrial installations for compliance with the Florida Building Code and HVHZ. The role requires coordination with architects, engineers, and contractors and includes issuing notices of violation and Stop Work Orders when necessary.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a CGC license, and a Florida Building Inspector license within one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Florida driver license within 30 days of hire.
• Certified General Contractor (CGC) license in good standing.
• Florida Building Inspector license must be obtained within one year.
• Certifications/licenses must be kept current to continue employment.
• Veterans’ Preference: attach DD214 and disability documentation if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Inspects new and existing building installations to ensure adherence to the FBC, HVHZ, safety standards, local laws and ordinances.
• Confers with architects, engineers, contractors, attorneys, property owners on inspections and code matters.
• Inspects alteration and repair jobs; checks roof and foundation connections for additions.
• Cites applicable codes to enforce compliance and issues Stop Work Orders when needed.
• Maintains inspection records and enters inspection data and documents into city systems.
• Posts Notices of Violation and issues related notices under City Ordinances.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days

Certified General Contractor (CGC)

Florida Building Inspector License within 1 year

Licenses must be kept current

Veterans’ Preference - DD214 and disability documentation

Job description

The Development Service Department's Building Services Division seeks a Building Inspector.

The Building Inspector inspects building installations in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings for compliance with the Florida Building Code (FBC), High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, laws, ordinances and other County, State and Federal regulations.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

This posting will remain open continuously, with the first review of applications scheduled for September 28, 2026. Applications will be reviewed periodically thereafter until a qualified candidate is selected and hired.

Candidates who do not currently possess the required Building Inspector license may be considered for appointment as a Building Inspector Trainee, provided they meet all other minimum qualifications for the position, including possession of a valid Certified General Contractor (CGC) license. Building Inspector Trainees will be compensated at a rate 5% below the minimum of the Building Inspector pay range until the required Building Inspector license is obtained. The license must be obtained within one year of appointment.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Inspects new and existing building permitted installations (and enforcement) in residential, commercial and industrial buildings within the city limits to ensure adherence to the FBC, High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ), safety standards, local laws and ordinances;


• Confers with architects, engineers, general contractors, attorneys, property owners, and others regarding inspections, building materials and practices, and code enforcement matters;


• Inspects alteration and repair jobs; checks roof and foundation connections for building additions;


• Cites applicable codes to enforce compliance of the violation with corresponding building code and ordinances;


• Issues Stop Work Orders for work without permits and posts unsafe structures;


• Electronically prepares reports and maintains inspection records of work performed and properly enters inspection data, including documents and images using provided hardware and software systems and equipment;


• Posts Notices of Violation on properties, issues warning and citation notices of violation of City Ordinances and the FBC;


• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. Have graduated from a standard high school or vocational school or possess a G.E.D. certificate from a recognized issuing agency.


2. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.


3. Must be a Certified General Contractor (CGC), current and in good standing.


4. Must have or obtain a Florida Building Inspectors License, approved by the Broward County's Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) within one year of employment.


5. Required certifications and license must be kept current to continue employment in this class.


6. To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statutes. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (link: https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/).

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Ability to lift, carry, climb, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, walk, push, pull, grasp, stand, and access heights or areas where limited space is available.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.