On-Site Building & Code Inspector — Compliance Expert

Gfoat; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 52,944 - 86,376; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking a Building Inspector responsible for inspecting buildings for code compliance and maintaining meticulous records. The role involves responding to inquiries from the public, city staff, contractors, architects, and engineers, and preparing cases for the Building and Standards Commission.

The position requires staying current with code changes, attending seminars, and performing on-site inspections in addition to office work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years inspections or related experience.
• Strong construction background in framing, electrical, plumbing or construction management may substitute inspections experience.
• Must have, or obtain, International Building, Residential and Energy Conservation Code certifications; and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.
• To be hired at higher pay range, must acquire State of Texas Plumbing Inspector license, International Plumbing Code certification and other applicable licenses.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings for compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Maintain detailed written records of inspections.
• Respond to questions and complaints from the public, city staff, contractors, architects and engineers.
• Prepare cases about dangerous structures to present to the Building and Standards Commission.
• Study code and ordinance changes; attend educational seminars; stay current with construction trends and inspection innovations.
• Work both in an office environment and conduct on-site inspections.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years inspections or related experience

Job description

Gfoat is seeking a Building Inspector responsible for inspecting buildings for code compliance and maintaining meticulous records. The role involves responding to inquiries from the public, city staff, contractors, architects, and engineers, and preparing cases for the Building and Standards Commission.

The position requires staying current with code changes, attending seminars, and performing on-site inspections in addition to office work.