Residential Building Inspector: Codes & Compliance

Hendry County Government; LaBelle (FL); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

Hendry County BOCC in Florida seeks a Building Code Inspector to review permit applications for single- and two-family dwellings and inspect construction for code compliance. The role includes advising on approved methods and documenting findings in the online system.

Starting pay is $65,000 with county benefits; candidates must have at least five years in residential construction and hold Building Code Inspector certification with Florida driver’s license. EEO employer; veterans preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in residential electrical, mechanical, building or plumbing construction activities.
• Provisional or Building Code Inspector certification progression toward full certification.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review permit applications and plans for one- and two-family dwellings.
• Inspect residential construction sites for conformance to Florida building codes and local ordinances.
• Document inspection results and enter data in the online system.
• Notify owners/contractors of non-compliance and advise on corrective methods.
• Respond to work during declared disasters and perform related duties.

Skills

Reading plans

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mathematics

Interpersonal skills

Education

Building Code Inspector certification

Florida Driver’s license

Job description

Hendry County BOCC in Florida seeks a Building Code Inspector to review permit applications for single- and two-family dwellings and inspect construction for code compliance. The role includes advising on approved methods and documenting findings in the online system.

Starting pay is $65,000 with county benefits; candidates must have at least five years in residential construction and hold Building Code Inspector certification with Florida driver’s license. EEO employer; veterans preferred.