Building Inspector I (Training) – Field Inspections

Stafford County, VA; Virginia; On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking Building Inspector I–III to perform routine inspections for residential construction, under close supervision. You will assist with field inspections, study building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes, and learn from senior inspectors in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans for code compliance, answering public inquiries, creating reports, and possibly after-hours emergency inspections, contributing to safe, compliant buildings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the building construction trades (building, electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing).
• Ability to train under guidance of upper level inspectors and management regarding residential inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, plumbing, gas, and building codes and plans.
• Ability to keep abreast of code modifications, updates, and new technologies.
• Ability to use computer systems and software applications.

Responsibilities

• Assists with field inspections, learning from upper level building inspectors.
• Researches new construction materials and methods.
• Reviews plans for compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code for residential inspections.
• Answers questions from private citizens, contractors, and builders and escalates as needed.
• Assists with creating reports and maintaining inspection records.
• May work after hours on emergency call inspections.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

Building construction trades

Train under supervision

Read and interpret codes and plans

Computer systems & software usage

Communication with diverse community

Job description

Stafford County is seeking Building Inspector I–III to perform routine inspections for residential construction, under close supervision. You will assist with field inspections, study building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes, and learn from senior inspectors in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans for code compliance, answering public inquiries, creating reports, and possibly after-hours emergency inspections, contributing to safe, compliant buildings.