Building Inspector I or II

Compensation Range
$36.86 - $49.77

Job Description Summary
Under general supervision, the Building Inspector I conducts field inspections on primarily residential construction projects to ensure compliance with all adopted codes, standards, and local ordinances. This position is considered an entry-level position.

Under general supervision, the Building Inspector II conducts field inspections on primarily residential construction projects to ensure compliance with all adopted codes, standards, and local ordinances. This position conducts inspections independently on moderately complex projects.

Building Inspector I: $36.86- $49.77
Building Inspector II: $38.53- $52.01

* The anticipated starting salary for Building Inspector I is $36.86 and for a Building Inspector II is $38.53.

Job Description

Building Inspector I

Building Inspections - 80%

• Weld County Building Codes and referenced standards
• Basic application of Residential Building Codes
• Basic residential construction methods and materials
• Regulations regarding jobsite safety and use of PPE
• County Policies regarding the operation and maintenance of county vehicles.
• Computers, office equipment, phones, and associated software
• Weld County Code of Conduct
• Engaging with customers, contractors, and coworkers
• Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Reading residential construction plans and specifications
• Reading and interpreting residential building codes and ordinances
• Performing inspections on residential construction sites under guidance/supervision
• Posting notices and documenting posted jobsites

Administration - 10%

• Attending staff meetings, events, and training classes
• Tracking CEU's needed to maintain licenses and certifications
• Maintaining a valid Colorado electrical license
• Maintaining all required ICC certifications

Other Duties Assigned - 10%

• Setting and tracking annual goals for personal and professional growth
• Other work assignments to assist coworkers and the building official

Building Inspector II


Building Inspections - 80%

• Weld County Building Codes and referenced standards
• Basic application of Residential Building Codes
• Basic residential construction methods and materials
• Regulations regarding jobsite safety and use of PPE
• County Policies regarding the operation and maintenance of county vehicles.
• Computers, office equipment, phones, and associated software
• Weld County Code of Conduct
• Engaging with customers, contractors, and coworkers
• Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Reading residential construction plans and specifications
• Reading and interpreting residential building codes and ordinances
• Performing inspections on residential construction sites under guidance/supervision
• Posting notices and documenting posted jobsites

Administration - 10%

• Attending staff meetings, events, and training classes
• Tracking CEU's needed to maintain licenses and certifications
• Maintaining a valid Colorado electrical license
• Maintaining all required ICC certifications
• Document projects that are not in compliance with building codes

Other Duties Assigned - 10%

• Setting and tracking annual goals for personal and professional growth
• Assisting plans examiners with plan revisions based on field inspections
• Other work assignments to assist coworkers and the building official

Required Qualifications

Required Education

Building Inspector I

• High School Diploma/GED

Building Inspector II

• High School Diploma/GED

Building Inspector I
Experience

• 4 years Field experience in electrical construction.
• 3 years Field work experience in residential construction.

Preferred Education

• Associate's Degree or
• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Experience

• 1 year Practical field experience in building inspection.

Building Inspector II

Experience

• 4 years of field experience in electrical construction
• 5 years of field experience in residential construction
• 3 years of field experience in residential inspections
• Maintain a valid Colorado driver's license for the duration of employment.

Preferred Experience

• 5 years field experience in residential building inspection.

Preferred Education

• Associate's Degree or
• Bachelor's…