Building Inspector III

  • City of Commerce City
  • Commerce City, Colorado
  • Full Time
Commerce City is hiring a Building Inspector III. This role is an excellent fit for someone with strong experience in construction, especially structural work, and a solid familiarity with building codes like the IRC and IBC.

In this job, you will do building inspections, help answer questions from others, and work with contractors, designers, and the public. You will also assist other inspectors, help solve job site problems, and ensure buildings meet safety rules and city standards.

This is more than just an inspection job, its a chance to help the community grow safely and responsibly. If you have the right certifications and experience and enjoy working with both buildings and people, wed love to see your application.

Hiring salary is dependent upon experience. Hiring Range is $81,000.00 - $88,000.00 Annually

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : Health & wellness benefits, 6% retirement contribution match and 3% 457 Deferred Compensation match, general leave, work/life balance, and more.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming work environment for all of our employees. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position today. Be A Part Of It and contribute to the vibrant growth and development of Commerce City as we strive to provide exceptional services and foster a thriving community.

Please review the full job description here!

High School diploma or GED. Some college coursework preferred. Requires four years journey-level experience working in one or more building trades and at least four years of experience working as a Building Inspector I or Plans Examiner I or two years of experience as a Building Inspector II or Plans Examiner II.

Also requires one of the following:
International Code Council combination Residential / Commercial Building Inspector certification and at least two (2) other International Code Council combination Residential / Commercial Inspector certification in any of the following disciplines: Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical Inspector or Commercial Plans Examiner.
State of Colorado Journeyman or Master Electrician or Plumbing license and two (2) International Code Council Residential or Commercial Inspector certifications in a discipline other than the license category.
State of Colorado Journeyman or Master Electrician or Plumbing license and two (2) International Code Council combination Residential / Commercial Inspector certifications in a discipline other than the license category.
State of Colorado Master Electrician or Plumbing license and one (1) International Code Council combination Residential / Commercial Inspector certification in a discipline other than the license category and one (1) Residential Inspector certification in a discipline other than the license category.

An equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Commerce City is an equal-opportunity employer.

Process Overview:

Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Qualification Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.

Application Review: Applications for candidates that meet minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring manager, who will review and evaluate application materials.

Interview(s): We aim to schedule interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and pass the application review.

Job ID: 479367480
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2025

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