Building Inspector Trainee

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs skilled technical work in securing compliance with State building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy, and other related codes and local ordinances.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary Range: $52,062.40 - $66,393.60, depending on qualifications

Full Salary Range: $52,062.40 - $80,704.00

Examples of Duties

• Examines plans or specifications of buildings for compliance with building, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and electrical codes;
• Reviews plans and specifications to verify compliance with ordinances and local regulations;
• Inspects building construction to determine proper conformance with building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes, and perform energy inspections;
• Confers with contractors, property owners, architects, developers, and other interested parties in explaining and interpreting building codes and related regulations;
• Assists in the preparation of court cases and testify as needed;
• Participates in the issuance of building permits;
• Maintains records of inspections and prepares necessary inspection reports;
• Conducts necessary inspections for the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy; and
• Performs other related work as required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required. Completed coursework in the construction trade(s) preferred.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of:

• All types of construction material and methods, and stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be most easily observed and corrected.
• Local and state building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes and related laws and ordinances.
  
  

Ability to:

• Detect poor workmanship, inferior materials, and hazards of fire and collapse.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints of ordinary complexity and compare them with construction in progress.
• Communicate effectively with building owners, contractors, and the public.
• Enforce building codes.
• Work well with others.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, City officials, and the general public.
• Operate assigned office equipment.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Meet the mental and physical demands of the job.
• Be able to work in both a team and individual environment in a positive and productive manner.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Level I probationary certifications in building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades preferred at time of hire. Current probationary certifications at time of application preferred.
• As a condition of employment, obtain Level I standard certifications in building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades within 3 years of hire or as determined by the Chief Building Inspector.
• Expected to continue working toward obtaining Level III standard certifications as outlined by the Chief Building Inspector.
  
  

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern