Combination Inspector - Building Division

Pueblo County; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Remote & Hybrid working opportunities

12 weeks Paid Parental Leave (FT)

County Retirement Program

Fitness Center

Job summary

Pueblo County is seeking a Building Inspector to ensure residential and commercial construction complies with county and state codes. The role travels to job sites, reviews plans, and verifies work at critical stages to support timely corrections and permit approvals.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED; an associate degree in construction/engineering disciplines is preferred. A valid Colorado driver’s license is required, with background check. Remote/Hybrid options exist.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Experience reading plans and understanding codes is preferred.
• Background knowledge of building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial construction to ensure code compliance.
• Travel independently to sites for inspections and issue corrections or approvals.
• Review plans and calculations to verify regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Maintain inspection records and coordinate with contractors and departments.
• Support other staff as needed and cover duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Public safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalency

Associate's Degree in Construction/Engineering fields

Job description

Responsible for ensuring compliance with county and building codes in residential and commercial construction projects, remodels, and repairs. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections at critical stages to verify adherence to these standards, preparing detailed reports, maintaining accurate records, and communicating effectively with contractors, property owners, and relevant professionals to facilitate necessary corrections or obtain required approvals.

This posting will close at midnight on September 24th, 2026 OR once we receive 10 applicants, whichever occurs first.

****THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****

• Independently travels to conduct assessments of residential and commercial construction projects, ensuring that all trade activities performed under County permits comply with applicable building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes, as well as local ordinances and regulations. Responsibilities include approving compliant work, identifying and requesting corrections for any deficiencies, and collaborating with various departments, agencies, and utility providers to coordinate inspection efforts and ensure adherence to the highest construction standards.
• Reviews construction plans and engineering calculations for structural and architectural elements to understand projects, verify compliance with relevant codes, and suggest appropriate methods for compliance. Ensures that project details meet regulatory and safety standards prior to inspections.
• Engages with developers and builders involved in commercial and residential construction and inspection projects; assesses practices, identifies issues, and proposes improvements.
• Maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation, and department files.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned, including filling in for other staff as necessary and/or required.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency required
• Associate's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Science, and Technology preferred
• Technical or Vocational School in Construction Management, Architecture, and Engineering disciplines, including Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering, as well as Building Science and Technology preferred

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years or more conducting field inspections on residential and commercial projects, along with comparable assignments required

Licenses

• Valid Driver's License upon the date of hire AND a valid Colorado Driver's License obtained within 60 days of hire required
• Journeyman, Master Plumber, or Electrician License from Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) preferred

Certificates

• Residential and Commercial Building Inspector Certificate from ICC - International Code Council, current or obtain within 6 months of hire required
• Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector Certificate from ICC - International Code Council, current or obtain within 1 year of hire preferred

NOTE

For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.

Must successfully pass a background check.

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)