Field Structural Inspector – Codes & Compliance

Jefferson County, Colorado; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking an experienced Structural Building Inspector to join our Building Safety Division. The ideal candidate will conduct inspections to verify compliance with adopted codes, plans, and permit requirements across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

This role requires hands-on trade experience, a strong understanding of life safety, and the ability to explain findings to contractors and property owners. The schedule is typically 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years of inspector experience or equivalent.
• Ability to testify in court when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections countywide to verify code compliance.
• Review blueprints, diagrams, and construction documents for adherence to codes.
• Explain inspection findings, requirements, and codes to contractors and owners.
• Identify violations and issue correction notices, stop‑work orders, and enforcement docs.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and reports; prepare photographs and forms.
• Provide field training and guidance on construction procedures and code interpretations.
• Testify in court when situations require it.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Trade experience

Code compliance

Life safety

Permitting & inspection

Residential & commercial

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AMANDA database

Job description

Jefferson County is seeking an experienced Structural Building Inspector to join our Building Safety Division. The ideal candidate will conduct inspections to verify compliance with adopted codes, plans, and permit requirements across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

This role requires hands-on trade experience, a strong understanding of life safety, and the ability to explain findings to contractors and property owners. The schedule is typically 7:00 a.m.