Junior Building Inspector — Field & Codes Focus

City-of-Bellevue; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bellevue is seeking an Entry Inspector to begin a career in the Building Inspector class series. This full-time union role reports to an Inspection Supervisor and includes training in basic code and plan reading while progressing toward independent inspections.

You will participate in a range of construction inspections, evaluate code conformance, and prepare official documents for customers, with field duties expanding as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 2 years in a relevant construction field or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Ability to read plans and codes and perform inspections under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial construction at progressive stages.
• Evaluate compliance with city, state, and national codes and regulations.
• Generate correction notices and official documents for customers.
• Perform re-inspections to verify completed alterations or revisions.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and discuss permits, plans, and materials.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Bellevue is seeking an Entry Inspector to begin a career in the Building Inspector class series. This full-time union role reports to an Inspection Supervisor and includes training in basic code and plan reading while progressing toward independent inspections.

You will participate in a range of construction inspections, evaluate code conformance, and prepare official documents for customers, with field duties expanding as you gain experience.