BUILDING INSPECTOR AID

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and sick leave

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A municipal government organization in Hawaii is hiring a Building Inspector Aid. You will support experienced inspectors in reviewing buildings for compliance with building codes. Responsibilities include inspecting construction, drafting reports, and ensuring safety across various sites. The role requires a high school diploma and related experience, with excellent benefits including health coverage and generous time off. Applicants must hold a valid Hawaii State driver's license.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in inspection or supervising building construction.
• Ability to read and apply building plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of the Building Code and related ordinances.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investigating and inspecting buildings for safety hazards.
• Compute and approve room capacities for assembly areas.
• Inspect care facilities and draft inspection reports.

Skills

Building Code compliance

Inspection techniques

Report drafting

Effective communication

Education

High school graduation

Associate degree in architectural/engineering drafting

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Position Information

“Inspect. Enforce. Protect Our Community.” Kickstart your career in building inspection! The Department of Planning and Permitting, Building Division is hiring a Building Inspector Aid. In this role, you will assist experienced inspectors in reviewing buildings and structures for compliance with Building, Housing, and Zoning Codes. You’ll help inspect construction work against approved plans, investigate basic complaints and code violations, and gain hands‑on experience learning City codes and ordinances. This position also involves traveling to inspection sites and supporting the team in ensuring safe and compliant structures across the community.

What You Will Do

• Assist higher‑level inspectors in investigating and inspecting buildings and structures for fire, health, and safety hazards, structural issues, inadequate exits, maintenance problems, or compliance with the Building Code during occupancy changes.
• Compute and approve room capacities for assembly areas based on occupancy requirements.
• Inspect care facilities, schools, and other buildings for code compliance.
• Draft inspection reports and letters using computer systems.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Special Working Conditions

• Operates a vehicle to and from inspection sites.

Benefits

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Additional Job Information

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States of a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Education Requirement

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

Experience Requirement

Two (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising building construction, preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications, or interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances. Substitution: An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting or a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.

Education Verification

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

License Requirement

Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3), prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job‑related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

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