Combination Inspector / Building Inspector

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving in Irving, TX seeks a Building Inspector to inspect buildings for compliance with building codes, maintain inspection records, and respond to questions from the public and professionals. Duties include on-site inspections and reviewing plans.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and two years inspections experience, plus required certifications and licenses; bilingual skills are beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two years inspections or related experience.
• Strong construction background in framing, electrical, plumbing or construction management may substitute for inspections experience.
• Must have, or obtain within a specified timeframe International Building, Residential and Energy Conservation Code certifications; and have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect a variety of buildings for compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Maintain detailed written records of inspections.
• Respond to questions and complaints from the public, city staff, contractors, architects and engineers.
• Prepare cases about dangerous structures to present to the Building and Standards Commission.
• Study code and ordinance changes, attending educational seminars, and staying current with construction trends and inspection procedural innovations.
• Duties involve working both in an office environment and conducting on-site inspections.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE

Duties include inspecting a variety of buildings for compliance with building codes and other ordinances; maintaining detailed written records of inspections; responding to questions and complaints from the public, city staff, contractors, architects and engineers; preparing cases about dangerous structures to present to the Building and Standards Commission; and studying code and ordinance changes, attending educational seminars, and staying current with construction trends and inspection procedural innovations. Duties involve working both in an office environment and conducting on-site inspections. A high school diploma or equivalent plus two years inspections or related experience required. Strong construction background in areas such as framing, electrical, plumbing or construction management may be accepted in lieu of inspections experience. If hired at lower range as Building Inspector, will primarily conduct electrical inspections (TDLR electrical license preferred). Must have, or obtain within a specified timeframe International Building, Residential and Energy Conservation Code certifications; and have a valid Class C Texas driver’s license. To be hired as, or advance to the higher pay range, must acquire within a specified timeframe, a State of Texas Plumbing Inspector license, International Plumbing Code certification and other applicable licenses and certifications. Bilingual (English / Spanish) skills beneficial.

PAY GRADE GG17 / FULL PAY RANGE $25.45 - $35.88 PER HOUR ($52,944 - $74,640 ANNUALLY)

PAY GRADE GG20 / FULL PAY RANGE $29.47 - $41.52 PER HOUR ($61,308 - $86,376 ANNUALLY)

The mission of the Inspections Department is to serve developers and contractors in meeting their goals and to verify code and ordinance compliance to protect the public. The Inspections Department issues building and related permits and inspects both new construction and remodels.

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.