Building Inspector Civil Service Exam

A Civil Service Examination for the position of Building Inspector with the City of Laurel will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. at the Laurel Police Training Center, located at 930 Hillcrest Drive. Candidates wishing to participate in the examination must submit a completed application packet with all required documentation no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2026.

Perform building inspections required for new and rehabilitative construction projects and assist with code enforcement activities.

• Reviewing plans to ensure they meet building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.
• Stay updated on all local building codes and safety standards.
• Issue violation notices and stop-work orders until building is compliant, as well as signing and issuing construction and occupation permits.
• Maintain records of inspections, complete paperwork, and report all instances of noncompliance.
• Review plans and blueprints to ensure they meet local regulations, such as building height or environmental demands.
• Communicate with the supervisor of a construction project to ensure necessary changes are met.
• Visiting a construction site during each phase of building.

• Assess footing dimensions according to blueprints.
• Check temporary sanitary facilities.
• Check requirements for protective fences, walkways and canopies.
• Check property lines and setbacks.
• Perform soil inspections, as required.
• Make sure footings comply with height, width and rebar requirements.
• Determine if permits may be issued.

• Assess plumbing work according to codes and regulations.
• Look for water leaks in joints, pipes, tubes, sinks and commodes.
• Explain inadequacies and provide direction to correct problems.

• Make sure correct materials are being utilized.
• Inspect underfloor construction, floor framing, wall framing and roof framing for compliance.
• Check that headers and doors, ceiling joist and support systems, roofing, venting and duct work meet specified requirements.

• Assess structure to make sure all codes and compliances have been followed.
• Verify that no unauthorized conversion or construction has occurred.
• Verify that planned occupancy conforms to plans.
• Verify vents and access openings are proper.
• Inspect grading and parking areas.
• Check drainage of lot and fire assemblies for compliance.
• Check lights and ventilation.
• Verify code requirements have been met.
• Check to see that all doors open properly.
• Inspect stairs and assure that they meet codes and requirements.
• Examine crawl spaces for proper dimensions.
• Assure that all special requirements for coverings and ceilings are in compliance.

• Certification:
  The person in this position must have a valid driver's license; status as a SBCCI certified Building Inspector is preferred.
• Education:
  
  An Associate's degree in a related field is required; A Bachelor's degree in a related field is strongly recommended.
• Experience:
  
  At least 3 years of experience in this or a related field is strongly recommended.

Salary: $48,715.68 annually, plus attractive benefits package.

Salary with IRC Building Certification and IRC Plumbing Certification: $51,111.84 annually.