Senior Building Inspector & Plans Reviewer

Collier County Realty Corp; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Collier County is seeking a Building Inspector to inspect construction, remodeling, and existing structures for compliance with building codes and local ordinances. The role involves on-site plan reviews, issuing citations, and coordinating with architects, contractors, and owners.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, Florida licensure in the assigned trade, and a valid Florida driver’s license with endorsements; fingerprinting is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four or more years combined experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review, or three years plus postsecondary education in related field.
• Fingerprinting required.
• Must possess a Standard License in assigned trade and maintain State continuing education as required by DBPR.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License with applicable endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect building construction, remodeling, and facilities for code compliance across multiple systems.
• Review construction plans on site for compliance with codes and local ordinances.
• Enforce building, electrical, plumbing, gas, and mechanical codes and ordinances.
• Communicate with architects, contractors, builders, and property owners to explain code provisions.
• Maintain field notes, prepare records, and testify in hearings as required.

Skills

Code interpretation

Field inspection

Job description

Collier County is seeking a Building Inspector to inspect construction, remodeling, and existing structures for compliance with building codes and local ordinances. The role involves on-site plan reviews, issuing citations, and coordinating with architects, contractors, and owners.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, Florida licensure in the assigned trade, and a valid Florida driver’s license with endorsements; fingerprinting is required.