Building Inspector & Plan Reviewer: Codes & Compliance

City of Lansing; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday leave

Professional growth opportunities

Educational opportunities

Job summary

The City of Lansing, within the Building Safety division of the Economic, Development & Planning Department, seeks a Building Inspector to conduct inspections ensuring compliance with building, zoning, and safety standards and approved plans. The role emphasizes enforcement, documentation, and plan review in a dynamic municipal setting.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least six years of construction experience, a valid driver’s license, and within two years obtain

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Six years of experience in general building construction as a contractor, skilled worker, supervisor, or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain ICC Building Inspector, Plan Reviewer, and Building Plan Examiner certifications within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings during and after construction to ensure compliance with building, grading, zoning, and safety laws and approved plans.
• Observe conditions and issue notices for corrections to ensure conformance.
• Interpret legal requirements and recommend compliance procedures to contractors and owners.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare reports for authorities.
• Assist in conducting plan reviews to ensure codes conformance.
• Provide interpretation and enforcement of Building Code and Barrier Free Design Requirements.

Skills

Valid driver's license

ICC Building Inspector Certification

ICC Plan Reviewer Certification

ICC Building Plan Examiner Certificate

Education

Six years of experience in general building construction

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lansing, within the Building Safety division of the Economic, Development & Planning Department, seeks a Building Inspector to conduct inspections ensuring compliance with building, zoning, and safety standards and approved plans. The role emphasizes enforcement, documentation, and plan review in a dynamic municipal setting.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least six years of construction experience, a valid driver’s license, and within two years obtain