Building Inspector I/II/III

County of El Dorado

Apex (CA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Boot allowance $325/year

Up to $250 per month for Building Ins.

Health plan with $0 premium for Trades

Job summary

The County of El Dorado’s Planning and Building Department is hiring Building Inspectors I/II/III to enforce building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes on new construction and renovations in Placerville, CA.

You'll perform field inspections, interpret complex codes, process permit applications, and review plans for compliance while ensuring public safety and accessibility standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience requirements outlined for Building Inspector I/II/III.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment (I/II/III).
ICC residential inspector certificates required depending on level.

Responsibilities

Perform field inspections for residential, non-residential, and industrial permits to ensure compliance with building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and related codes.
Interpret and apply codes and regulations when reviewing plans and site work.
Intake permit applications, calculate and collect fees, and issue permits.

Skills

Code interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication with contractors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ICC Residential Building Inspector certificate (J1/B1)

Job description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

PLANNING AND BUILDING

The mission of the Planning and Building Department is to guide land use and development consistent with the General Plan, Building Codes, and related regulations, by providing accurate, timely, and courteous professional and technical services to our customers, to maintain the County's unique quality of life, protect public safety and the environment and to promote economic vitality for current and future generations.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under immediate or general supervision, perform skilled building and related health and safety inspection work in the interpretation and enforcement of structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related codes and regulations related to new building construction, remodeling, repair, and use; performs professional work in checking plans, calculations, specifications, technical reports, and other submittal documents for compliance with federal, state, and local building codes, ordinances, and regulations; ensures conformance with approved plans, specifications, standards, permits, licensing, and safety standards; assists contractors, design professionals, and the public regarding construction code requirements; and performs related duties as assigned.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

Conduct field inspections for residential permits, such as single family dwellings, additions, and remodels for compliance to building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other related codes and regulations.
Interpret codes and regulations.
Intake permit applications, calculate and collect fees, and issue permits.
Prepare and maintain a variety of correspondence, reports, correction notices, and other written material related to permits and inspections.
Conduct field inspections for non-residential and industrial permits, such as shell buildings, and tenant improvements for compliance to building, electrical, mechanical plumbing, and other related codes and regulations; inspect construction framing, foundations, grading, and for erosion control on new construction and alterations to verify code compliance.
Inspect setbacks from property lines and boundary determinations to ensure compliance with approved plans, construction codes, and zoning ordinances.
Conduct disaster inspections (fire, flood, accident, etc.) to ensure public safety.
Conduct site inspections for compliance to accessibility requirements.
Review and approve plans for basic residential and non-residential permit applications.
Review and approve residential building plans for compliance with requirements of national, state, and local codes and ordinances relative to building structure, electrical systems, plumbing, mechanical, fire safety, and energy.

In addition to these great opportunities, Building Inspectors are eligible for the following:

$325/year boot allowance
Up to $250 per month for possession of Building Inspector Certificates depending on position
Full-time employees in classifications in the Trades and Crafts bargaining unit can select an individual or family Health Plan with $0.00 in insurance premium cost to the employee.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in building construction—whether gained through inspection work, the building trades, engineering, design, or related fields. They understand how structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems come together and can accurately read and interpret construction plans, diagrams, and specifications.

They communicate clearly and professionally with contractors, design professionals, and property owners, offering practical guidance on code requirements and resolving issues with sound judgment. The ideal candidate works confidently in the field, navigates construction sites safely, and maintains thorough, organized documentation while using modern tools and software effectively.

Whether an experienced inspector or someone ready to apply their construction-related background to inspection and plan review work, the ideal candidate demonstrates professionalism, technical understanding, adaptability, and a strong commitment to public safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations. Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Building Inspector I:

Equivalent to graduation from high school;

AND

Two (2) years of journey-level experience in craft work in the building trades, or processing permit applications and enforcing various building and/or planning codes, or reviewing plans for compliance with regulations and codes. Accredited technical school or college-level coursework in building inspection, engineering, architecture, construction technology, or a closely related field is preferred.

Building Inspector II:

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Completion of an accredited technical school or college-level program for building inspection, plan review, or a closely related field is desirable;

AND

Two (2) years of building inspection experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Building Inspector I.

Building Inspector III:

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Completion of an accredited technical school or college-level program for building inspection, plan review, or a closely related field is desirable;

AND

Two (2) years of journey-level building inspection experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Building Inspector II.

Other Requirements:

Building Inspector I:

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of, or ability to obtain before completion of the probationary period, a valid California Residential Building Inspector (J1) or Residential Building Inspector (B1) certificate issued by the International Code Council (I.C.C.).

Building Inspector II/III:

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a valid California Residential Building Inspector (J1) or Residential Building Inspector (B1) certificate issued by the International Code Council (I.C.C.).

** Certificates and school transcripts must be attached to employment application

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Building Inspector I/II/III, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Building Inspector I/II/III. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

Two (2) full time vacancies for Building Inspector I/II/III in the Planning and Building Department located in Placerville, CA.

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every five (5) years.

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