Combination Building Inspector

Combination Building Inspector – Greater Bastrop, TX

SAFEbuilt is a community development services provider dedicated to integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. We are seeking a talented and experienced Combination Building Inspector to join our team of professionals. This position offers opportunities for dynamic self‑starters to work on a variety of assignments and projects.

• Perform daily field inspections of residential, commercial and public facility construction projects.
• Interact with the public and explain technical information to both technically and non‑technically trained individuals.
• Review residential and commercial plans and engineering calculations for building components to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
• Provide recommendations regarding interpretations of City, State, Federal, and Construction standards, as well as local ordinances.
• Maintain accurate records to document inspections, test results, and additional details pertaining to inspections.
• Maintain computer logs of inspection reports, entering inspection results into permitting software.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• 3+ years experience interpreting codes in the field and providing code‑compliant solutions.
• Ability to positively interact with staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time‑management, organization, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced atmosphere.
• Familiarity with and up‑to‑date knowledge of different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.

• Required:
  
  ICC certifications in Building, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical inspection for both Residential and Commercial disciplines (Combination Inspector).
• Required:
  
  Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE) Plumbing Inspector License.
• Preferred: ICC Building Official certification or Master Code Professional (MCP) designation.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).

• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.

• Work performed in both office and field settings.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain).
• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K plans, wellness programs, and more. The company is committed to career progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

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