Building Inspector

Building Inspector

Salary

$52,013.51 - $71,064.97 Annually

Location

Lewisville, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY2425-00160

Department

Neighborhood & Inspection Services

Opening Date

08/14/2025

Closing Date

8/25/2025 5:30 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Inspects new and existing buildings and structures to enforce compliance to construction, grading and zoning laws, approved plans, specifications, and standards.

Essential Functions

• Inspects residential, commercial, industrial, and other buildings during and after construction to ensure that building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical components meet provisions of construction, grading, zoning and safety laws, and approved plans, specifications, and standards.
• Observes conditions and issues notices for corrections to persons responsible for conformance; interprets legal requirements, and recommends compliance procedures to contractors, craft workers, and owners.
• Keeps inspection records and prepares reports for use by administrative and judicial authorities.
• Investigates complaints on violations; responds to complaints; provides information and answers questions as needed.
• Studies and remains current on construction codes and ordinances in effect.
• May conduct surveys of existing buildings to determine lack of prescribed maintenance, housing violations, or hazardous conditions.
• May review requests for and issue building permits.
• May assist or fill in for other inspectors (Plumbing/Electrical/Building) as required.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

• One year of building inspections or utility inspections experience OR three years of experience in the construction field.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of construction trades, ordinances, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with builders, contractors, owners, and the general public.
• Ability to effectively handle sensitive situations requiring courtesy, persuasion, and tact.
• Ability to handle confidential matters in a responsible manner.
• Ability to read and understand applicable ordinances, laws and regulations affecting all methods, equipment and materials used.
• Ability to walk/move about on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to walk for up to 45 minutes at a time; ability to stand for up to 45 minutes at a time; ability to sit for up to 60 minutes at a time.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and to bend, stoop, and kneel as required.
• Ability to work in enclosed spaces as high as only 36 inches.
• Ability to use tape measures, plumber's level, screwdriver and other measuring devices/tools required to perform essential functions.
• Ability to prioritize and organize assignments in order to produce efficient results.
• Ability to provide tactful responses to inquiries from the public, other departments or external agencies.

Skills:

• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office or similar word processing programs, e-mail and the internet.
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Preferences:

• Experience in electrical inspections and/or plumbing inspections preferred.
• International Code Council Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner and ICC Residential Building Inspector certification preferred.
• International Code Council certification in the Building, Mechanical, or Plumbing area preferred.
• Valid Plumbing Inspector license with the Texas Board of Plumbing Examiner's preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, background, pre-placement medical examination, and the job placement assessment (JPA).

• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy.

• An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

• Must hold valid Plumbing Inspector license with the Texas Board of Plumbing Examiner's or ability to test for license within 9 months of hire. Must hold license within 12 months of hire.

Work Hours

Monday - Friday 7:30 am -5:30 pm and Friday 7:30 am - 11:30 am.

Experience job stability and attractive benefits by pursuing a full-time career in municipal government with the City of Lewisville.

• TMRS - Employees are required to contribute 7% of their salary, the City will match 2:1
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan - if employees contribute a minimum of 4%, the City will contribute 3.76% to a 401(a) Plan in the employee's name (vested after 5 years of service)
• Medical Coverage (includes Prescription Drugs) - 2 medical plans through CIGNA, including an HSA
• Dental Coverage through CIGNA
• Vision Coverage through Superior Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA's)
• Pre-tax Premium Deductions
• Life Insurance equal to four times annual salary
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance equal to three times annual salary
• Voluntary Dependent Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 10 days of vacation per year for years 1-4, 15 days of vacation per year for years 5-9, and 20 days of vacation per year for 10+ years of service.
• 15 sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off per year through our VTO Program
• 15 days paid military leave per year
• Extended military pay if called to active duty
• Workers' Compensation
• Near-site Wellness Center
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee membership discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
• Employee recognition programs and events throughout the year

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