Building Inspector: Field & Plan Review Expert

City of La Porte; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of La Porte is seeking a Building Inspector to enforce City codes and zoning through field inspections at various construction stages. You will assist in coordinating daily inspection activities and permit issuance, ensuring safe installations and code compliance for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Requires knowledge of building inspection techniques, the ability to interpret codes, and strong communication with the public and contractors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building inspection principles and techniques.
• Ability to determine conformity with City Codes and policies.
• Experience in field inspections and coordination with contractors and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisors in coordinating daily inspection and code enforcement activities.
• Perform field inspections of industrial, commercial, and residential buildings.
• Issue permits and inspect structural, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems.
• Examine building plans for compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Explain requirements to architects, contractors, and the public.

Skills

Building inspection

Code enforcement

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

City of La Porte is seeking a Building Inspector to enforce City codes and zoning through field inspections at various construction stages. You will assist in coordinating daily inspection activities and permit issuance, ensuring safe installations and code compliance for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Requires knowledge of building inspection techniques, the ability to interpret codes, and strong communication with the public and contractors.