Building Inspector I or II or III Job Brigham City area,Utah USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Location:

1 S. MAIN STREET SUITE 33, Brigham City, UT, , United States
Base Pay: $26.28 - $37.45 / Hour

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Description

JOB TITLE:

Building Inspector I or II or III

DEPARTMENT:
Building Inspection

EFFECTIVE DATE:
April 2026

FLSA CLASS:
Non-Exempt

GRADE: 26 or 31 or 34

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs building inspections for Box Elder County and those communities which are under contract, including all phases such as structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, as provided by law.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official/Facility Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

Essential Job Functions (ADA Compliance)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Example of Duties

Perform duties as deputy to building official as directed
Review all building plans to determine their compliance to the codes
Issue building permits, collect fees, issue receipts, etc.
Perform all building inspections as per State and County Building Codes
Meet with owners, contractors, etc., and explain building code requirements, violations, etc.; verify that construction is being performed as per standards set in building codes; ensure citizens are protected and obtain a safe structure as per the codes
Enforce all county and applicable city zoning, mobile home and subdivision ordinances in areas of concern
Keep a record of all inspections performed
Assist the Board of Appeals on all appeal cases and attend Board of Appeal meetings that apply to involved cases
Continuously update and stay current on building code requirements
Perform miscellaneous maintenance on county buildings as requested
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications – Building Inspector I

Education and Experience

A. High School Education – College graduation not required but helpful.
B. Two years of experience in the building industry, one year working as building inspector, and one or more ICC certifications in electrical, building, mechanical, plumbing, plan checking, etc.
C. Any equivalent combination of education and experience in the building trades.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

ICC Residential Certification.
Must be a State licensed inspector in at least one area (Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Plumbing, Plan Checker) and licensed with the Department of Commerce in Utah as a building inspector.
Must be able to work well with the public and handle volatile situations with diplomacy and patience.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to access tight areas, climb ladders and scaffolds during inspections.
Frequently required to stand, walk and talk and/or hear; occasionally required to sit; use hands to handle or operate tools; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; run, taste or smell.
Occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid and current driver’s license.
Must pass a pre‑employment drug test.
Must be licensed with Utah State Department of Commerce Division:
Occupational & Professional Licensing as building inspector.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application; initial screening interview; reference check; final interview with hiring authority.

Minimum Qualifications – Building Inspector II

Education and Experience

A. High School Education
B. Four years of experience in the building industry, at least one year working as building inspector, four ICC/State certifications (structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, plan checker) and at least one additional certification.
C. Any equivalent combination of education and experience in the building trades.

Minimum Qualifications – Building Inspector III

A. High School Education
B. Six to seven years of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience; must possess eight (structural, electrical, plumbing & mechanical ICC/state certifications, plus at least one additional as building inspector).
C. Any equivalent combination of education and experience in the building trades.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

ICC…