Building Inspection Aide

Primary Objective

The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to review and conduct Time of Sale inspections which ensure that the City of Bloomington’s Time of Sale guidelines are being accurately, equitably, and efficiently applied to all inspections performed within the City of Bloomington. Work is performed and completed in accordance with relevant state and local codes, standards, and the Time of Sale program requirements.

This role plays an important part in ensuring that homes within the City of Bloomington receive accurate and equitable inspection results in a timely manner.

• Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
• Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those from diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self‑awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
• Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes toward accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

• Perform Time‑of‑Sale evaluations for consistency with TOS guidelines and state code requirements, including inspecting residential foundations, framing, insulation, and other building components to ensure compliance with city codes
• Provide information and respond to questions about building codes
• Consult with the Division Manager, Supervisor, other inspection personnel and local authorities regarding building code problems and their solutions
• Build functional and technical knowledge of all Building & Inspection software and maintain procedures
• Interpret and explain City ordinances and state codes to homeowners, realtors and contractors in person, over the phone and via email correspondence
• Perform routine or specialized inspections for housing code compliance
• Inform supervisor promptly of matters important to the City’s interests or the public health, safety and welfare of residents
• Maintain and expand code knowledge and skills with continuing education
• Verify contractor licensing and conduct written tests for licensed contractors
• Review and recommend amendments to ordinances and codes
• Create and maintain logs and records
• Perform other duties as apparent or assigned

• Ability to complete work on schedule
• Clear, concise, and accurate written communication
• Ensure installations inspected consistently conform to code
• Promptly identify and correct violations and complaints
• Responsive public communication that respects confidentiality
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand construction and site plans

• High school graduation or GED equivalence
• Two years of building construction experience or related field, and/or a two‑year degree in a related field
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to understand plans
• Working knowledge of the Minnesota State Residential Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, and Electrical Code
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

• State of Minnesota Building Official Limited License, ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector
• Licensed Time‑of‑Sale Evaluator
• Experience in electronic plan review

This position does not supervise others.

• Pass and maintain the Time of Sale inspection exam to become a certified TOS inspector within the first 60 days of employment.

$34.54 – $38.08 hourly (Full salary range 2025: $34.54 – $42.86 hourly). Contract in negotiations.

Full‑time;
Non‑Exempt;
Union;
Benefits Eligible.

• 10 days paid vacation per year
• 13 days paid personal leave per year
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Employee health and dental insurance
• Paid employee life insurance
• Paid employee disability…