Building & Safety Inspector

City Of Kingman; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Kingman is seeking a Building and Safety Inspector to perform technical building inspections and plan reviews for residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects to ensure compliance with adopted codes and regulations. The role includes field inspections, plan review, and providing guidance on permitting requirements.

The position emphasizes accuracy, strong communication, and customer service for property owners, developers, contractors, and city leadership within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection, plans examination, building construction, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical building inspections and plan review for residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-family construction to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances, approved plans, and laws.
• Conduct field inspections and review construction documents, identifying deficiencies and issuing correction notices.
• Provide technical assistance regarding code, inspection, plan review, and permitting requirements.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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About The Role

We are seeking a Building and Safety Inspector who will perform technical building inspection and plan review for residential, commercial, industrial, and multi‑family construction, ensuring compliance with adopted building codes, ordinances, approved plans, and applicable laws and regulations. They will conduct field inspections, review construction documents, identify construction and plan deficiencies, issue correction notices, and provide technical assistance regarding code, inspection, plan review, and permitting requirements.

CITY OF KINGMAN

BUILDING AND SAFETY INSPECTOR

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Benefits

Learn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives

We are seeking a Building and Safety Inspector who will perform technical building inspection and plan review for residential, commercial, industrial, and multi‑family construction, ensuring compliance with adopted building codes, ordinances, approved plans, and applicable laws and regulations. They will conduct field inspections, review construction documents, identify construction and plan deficiencies, issue correction notices, and provide technical assistance regarding code, inspection, plan review, and permitting requirements.

About You

If you are a meticulous, detail‑oriented construction and code compliance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced municipal environment, this position may be for you. You take pride in maintaining public safety and regulatory trust, whether you are performing on‑site structural inspections, reviewing detailed architectural and engineering plans, or explaining complex building codes to contractors. With excellent communication skills and a commitment to consistency, you excel at balancing technical code enforcement with top‑tier customer service for property owners, developers, contractors, and city leadership.

What You'll Need To Be Successful In This Role

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection, plans examination, building construction, or a closely related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Certifications

• International Code Council (ICC) certification applicable to building inspection or plans examination is preferred at the time of appointment.
• Must obtain and maintain ICC certification(s) applicable to assigned inspection and/or plans examination duties within twelve (12) months of appointment, as determined by the Building Official.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Arizona Driver License or ability to obtain