Junior Building Inspector: Code & Field Inspections

Collier County Realty Corp; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier County in Naples, FL is seeking a Building Inspector to inspect construction, remodeling, and existing structures to ensure compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and other codes. On-site plan reviews and field inspections are performed to verify code adherence.

The role requires reading blueprints, collaborating with architects and contractors, and enforcing permits. Fingerprinting is required; travel to sites is expected; opportunities for court appearance exist.

Qualifications

• Requires reading blueprints and technical drawings to ensure code compliance.
• Experience or education as building inspector per Fla. Stat. 468.609.
• Fingerprinting is required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects construction, remodeling, and existing structures for code compliance.
• Reviews on-site construction plans against codes and ordinances.
• Verifies permit scope and licensing; enforces building codes.
• Travels to job sites and conducts field inspections at various stages.
• Confers with architects, contractors, and property owners to explain regulations.
• Issues citations for noncompliance and may suspend work when needed.
• Maintains records and prepares for inspections and potential court hearings.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Code compliance inspection

Communication with architects/contract

Site safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Fla. Building Inspector requirements

Job description

Collier County in Naples, FL is seeking a Building Inspector to inspect construction, remodeling, and existing structures to ensure compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and other codes. On-site plan reviews and field inspections are performed to verify code adherence.

The role requires reading blueprints, collaborating with architects and contractors, and enforcing permits. Fingerprinting is required; travel to sites is expected; opportunities for court appearance exist.