Construction Code Inspector – Buildings & Zoning

cityoffortworth; Virginia; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is hiring a Combination Inspector to join the Development Services Inspections Division. You will perform complex inspections across building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and sign codes to ensure compliance on diverse projects.

With a team of inspectors, you will interview stakeholders, interpret code requirements, and enforce zoning regulations. The role requires relevant experience and licensing prospects.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED supplemented by specialized training in building construction or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in building inspection and/or construction related field.
• Possession of a valid Texas driver's license at time of hire.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate ICC IECC inspector certification within six months of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Texas Plumbing Inspector License within one year of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, one additional ICC or Texas license within a year and a half.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex inspections on multiple permits on industrial, commercial and residential construction sites to ensure that work performed meets City adopted codes and ordinances.
• Enforces compliance with codes and ordinances including the ICC building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, existing building and sign codes; issues notices for non-compliance and documents actions.
• Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the public; explains and interprets code requirements and restrictions.
• May assist other Combination Inspectors with minor compliance issues and construction projects.
• Enforces zoning regulations by inspecting existing buildings and premises for change of use or occupancy, proper use of construction materials, and compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Inspects foundation, structural concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations.
• Performs customer service by interacting with customers face-to-face, over the telephone or by email.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

HS Diploma/GED supplemented by specialized training in building construction or a related field

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is hiring a Combination Inspector to join the Development Services Inspections Division. You will perform complex inspections across building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and sign codes to ensure compliance on diverse projects.

With a team of inspectors, you will interview stakeholders, interpret code requirements, and enforce zoning regulations. The role requires relevant experience and licensing prospects.