Lead Building Inspector: Codes & Compliance

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a Building Inspector II or Sr. Building Inspector to inspect buildings during construction and ensure safety and code compliance. This role reports to the Building Official and works independently in varied outdoor conditions.

Building Inspector II requires a 7-year construction/inspection background or an associate degree; Sr. Building Inspector requires multiple state certifications and a Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of seven (7) years of construction/inspection experience.
• Associate degree may satisfy two years of the required experience.
• Contractor's license may be considered to satisfy some experience.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license and state certifications.

Responsibilities

• Organize daily inspection load, route, and activities.
• Inspect buildings for compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Issue violations/stop work orders as needed and report to supervisor.
• Perform final inspections for minor permits and inspect accessory structures.

Skills

Construction inspections

Code interpretation

Reading blueprints

Communication

Customer service

Computer literacy

Driver's license

State certifications

Education

High school diploma/GED + 7 years experience

Associate degree in engineering/building technology

Tools

State Standard certifications

Job description

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a Building Inspector II or Sr. Building Inspector to inspect buildings during construction and ensure safety and code compliance. This role reports to the Building Official and works independently in varied outdoor conditions.

Building Inspector II requires a 7-year construction/inspection background or an associate degree; Sr. Building Inspector requires multiple state certifications and a Florida driver's license.