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Building Inspector

City of University Park
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/31/2025
Inspects job sites in the city in order to ensure compliance with building codes and city ordinances. Depending on Qualifications, this position may be hired as a Building Inspector I, II or III.

Pay Range:
Building Inspector I: $51,625.60 -$75,795.20
Building Inspector II: $56,888 -$83,574.40
Building Inspector 111: $62,732.80 - $91,123.20


  • Performs requested inspections on structures to ensure code compliance.
  • Coordinates with contractors and citizens to inspect for compliance with state arid federal backflow prevention regulations.
  • Provides information to contractors. citizens. and city staff regarding building codes and city ordinances.
  • Responds to inquiries and complaints regarding items not in compliance with the building codes or city ordinances.
  • Reviews building plans and specifications for compliance with codes as needed.
  • Maintains records of work performed and submits records to supervisor


Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

Familiarization with building codes and city ordinances, as well as state and federal regulations. Ability to read and understand technical materials, plans, and specifications. Skill in performing mathematical functions in order to review compliance with established standards. Ability to use testing and measuring equipment. Skill in the use of a variety of office equipment including: personal computers & software, fax machine. copier, etc.

Minimum Education, Experience and Certification 

Building Inspector I

High school diploma or equivalent with three to five years' experience in the construction Industry or as an Inspector.
Certified by ICC as a Building Inspector and licensed as a State of Texas Plumbing Inspector. Valid Texas drivers' license.

Building Inspector II 

Building Inspector I plus eight years' experience in the construction industry, with five of these years as an inspector. Additionally, possess one of the following: Combination Dwelling Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, or Electrical Inspector.

Building Inspector III

Building Inspector I & II qualifications plus ten years' experience as a municipal inspector. Certification by ICC as a Building Official, Building Plan Examiner, Building Inspector and Licensed as a State of Texas Plumbing Inspector.




PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 

Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and transport self to building sites and city facilities. Employee will be exposed to seasonal temperatures inspecting buildings and construction sites.

REQUIRED CONTACTS 

Ability to effectively communicate with contractors, citizens, and city staff regarding building codes and city ordinances.

Salary : $51,626 - $91,123

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