Mechanical & Electrical Building Inspector II

Cumberland County; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County’s Planning & Inspections Department seeks a Mechanical and Electrical Inspector (Building Inspector II) to ensure buildings meet North Carolina codes and safety standards. The role plans inspections, reviews plans, identifies violations, and communicates findings to owners and contractors.

Two-year college degree in related fields or four years of trades experience required; State Inspection Certifications within three years.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited two-year college or technical school with a degree in one of the specified curriculums listed below and two (2) years of experience in at least one of the building trades; or high school or GED and four (4) years of experience in at least one of the specified building trades; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of standard Level I State Inspection Certifications for two building trades within three years of employment or the timeframe allotted by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications board.
• A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted online via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly inspection assignments and review building plans for compliance with Mechanical and Electrical Codes.
• Inspect buildings to ensure compliance with State Mechanical and Electrical Codes.
• Identify code violations, determine corrective actions, and conduct follow-up inspections to verify compliance.
• Communicate inspection findings to property owners and contractors, providing code information and interpretations.
• Issue permits when building plans meet applicable code requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain complete and accurate records of inspections and related activities.

Skills

Code knowledge

Plan interpretation

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

Construction Technologies

Air Conditioning/Heating and Refrigeration

Building Construction Technology

Construction Management Technology

Plumbing

Industrial Systems Technology

Applied Engineering & Technology

Architectural Technology

Engineering Technology

Industrial Technologies

Facilities Management Technology

Job description

Cumberland County’s Planning & Inspections Department seeks a Mechanical and Electrical Inspector (Building Inspector II) to ensure buildings meet North Carolina codes and safety standards. The role plans inspections, reviews plans, identifies violations, and communicates findings to owners and contractors.

Two-year college degree in related fields or four years of trades experience required; State Inspection Certifications within three years.