Multi‑Trade Code Compliance Inspector

City of Aurora; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

IMRF retirement

Paid vacations and holidays

Gym membership reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Interpreters stipend

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking a Code Compliance Officer/Combination Inspector to work in the Division of Building and Permits. The role involves multi-trade inspections across building, electrical, fire, mechanical, and plumbing, with duties including permits, plan reviews, field interpretations, and court testimony.

The position requires five years of construction experience in three trades, ICC Code Specialist designations, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in construction in three trades (building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing or related).
• Ability to enforce codes and ordinances across multiple trades and areas.
• Possession of valid driver's license and state/federal compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities of Code Compliance Officers.
• Schedule final inspections for residential and commercial work.
• Review permit applications for code conformance and provide interpretations in the field.
• Appear in court and provide testimony as required.
• Assist in training new personnel and developing inspection policies.
• Investigate complaints and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Trades experience

Education

Building Code Specialist

Electrical Code Specialist

Fire Code Specialist

Job description

The City of Aurora is seeking a Code Compliance Officer/Combination Inspector to work in the Division of Building and Permits. The role involves multi-trade inspections across building, electrical, fire, mechanical, and plumbing, with duties including permits, plan reviews, field interpretations, and court testimony.

The position requires five years of construction experience in three trades, ICC Code Specialist designations, and a valid driver’s license.