Structural Building Inspector

Jefferson County, Colorado; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking an experienced Structural Building Inspector to join our Building Safety Division. The ideal candidate will conduct inspections to verify compliance with adopted codes, plans, and permit requirements across residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

This role requires hands-on trade experience, a strong understanding of life safety, and the ability to explain findings to contractors and property owners. The schedule is typically 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years of inspector experience or equivalent.
• Ability to testify in court when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections countywide to verify code compliance.
• Review blueprints, diagrams, and construction documents for adherence to codes.
• Explain inspection findings, requirements, and codes to contractors and owners.
• Identify violations and issue correction notices, stop‑work orders, and enforcement docs.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and reports; prepare photographs and forms.
• Provide field training and guidance on construction procedures and code interpretations.
• Testify in court when situations require it.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Trade experience

Code compliance

Life safety

Permitting & inspection

Residential & commercial

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AMANDA database

Job description

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Posting Closes

11/13/26

Division

Building Safety Division

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Description

Jefferson County is seeking an experienced Structural Building Inspector to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on trade experience, a strong understanding of code-compliant construction & life safety, and a thorough knowledge of permitting and inspection processes. Experience working with both residential and commercial construction is preferred. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections to verify compliance with applicable codes, plans, and permit requirements while providing clear and professional guidance to contractors and property owners.

The Structural Building Inspector role is a great opportunity for someone who:

• Has an eye for detail and a strong understanding of code-compliant construction installations.
• Enjoys working with a collaborative and experienced team.
• Wants to conduct field inspections in various locations throughout Jefferson County

If this sounds like you, Jefferson County's Structural Building Inspector role may be what you've been searching for!

The Structural Building Inspector performs technical inspection work throughout the County to ensure construction and building systems comply with applicable codes, approved plans, and permit requirements. This position conducts inspections of a variety of structures and projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial construction, at various stages of development and upon completion.

The Structural Building Inspector reviews blueprints, diagrams, plans, and other construction documents and evaluates work in the field for compliance with applicable requirements. When deficiencies are identified, the Inspector documents findings and issues correction notices, stop‑work orders, and other enforcement actions as appropriate. The position also explains inspection findings, correction requirements, and applicable building codes to contractors, property owners, officials, agencies, and the public.

The Structural Building Inspector may also respond to complaints and inquiries regarding potential code violations and conduct follow‑up inspections as necessary to verify compliance.

Schedule

This position typically follows a traditional five‑day workweek, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with work performed both in the field and in the office. Alternative schedules, including a four‑day workweek, may be available and negotiated with the Hiring Manager based on operational needs.

Compensation

Anticipated Hiring Range: $33.44 - $50.16 USD Hourly

The posted pay range reflects the full earning range for this position. Starting pay will be based on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

Essential Duties

• Conducting field inspections throughout the County, including structural and general building safety inspections as assigned.
• Ensuring compliance with the applicable adopted building codes.
• Reviewing approved plans, blueprints, diagrams, and other construction documents.
• Explaining code requirements, product installation requirements, and technical standards to contractors, property owners, design professionals, and members of the public.
• Identifying code violations and construction deficiencies and issuing correction notices, stop‑work orders, and other required enforcement documentation.
• Maintaining accurate and complete inspection records, reports, forms, photographs, and other documentation associated with field inspections and enforcement activities.
• Providing field training and guidance to customers and contractors regarding construction procedures, inspection requirements, and code interpretations.
• This role is expected to testify in court when a situation requires.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities that lead to success in this role include

• Willingness and ability to learn new procedures, technologies, codes, and inspection practices.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and the ability to learn inspection and recordkeeping systems.
• Positive Attitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field while also contributing to a collaborative and experienced team.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with others.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling into tight spaces (e.g., crawlspaces, attics, basements). Ability to safely climb extension ladders, scaffolding, and temporary stairs.
• Strength & Stamina: Ability to lift and carry 50-100 pounds. Stamina to walk long distances across unpaved, uneven, or sloped construction sites.
• Sensory: Peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to read blueprints, and recognize safety hazards. Adequate hearing to communicate in noisy construction zones and sense oncoming site vehicles.

Qualifications

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Three (3) years of work-related experience as an inspector (or equivalent position in another jurisdiction) and in one or more construction trades.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, except where specific qualifications are required for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Five (5) years of combined experience, including: two years as an inspector (or equivalent position in another jurisdiction), and three years of experience in one or more construction trades.
• Certifications/Licenses: B1 – Residential Building Inspector & B2 – Commercial Building Inspector.
• Additional ICC Certifications
• Experience with the AMANDA database or something similar.

Additional Job Information

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s License: Positions that require driving on County business in either a county or personal vehicle require a valid Colorado’s driver’s license within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.
• CJIS Requirements: This position is subject to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security requirements. As part of the hiring, credentialing, and onboarding process, the selected candidate must successfully complete required background screening, including fingerprinting, and complete required CJIS security training. Continued employment and CJIS-authorized access to applicable Criminal Justice Information (CJI) or systems may be contingent upon meeting and maintaining these requirements.
• Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Experience

Work Experience: Minimum three years

Category

Maintenance & Trades