Local Building Inspector

Employment Opportunities

Employment Status: Non-Exempt, UFCW 1459 Administration, Full-Time

Hours: 35 Hours/Week

Pay Range: Grade A09:
Step 01 – Step 04: $26.06/Hour - $34.34/Hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The City of Chicopee’s Building Department is hiring a Local Building Inspector. This position enforces the provisions of Massachusetts State Building Code 780

CMR, the Massachusetts Architectural Accessibility Board 521 CMR, as well as the City of Chicopee Ordinances for the safety and protection of the general public.

• Enforce all provisions of 780
  
  CMR and 521 CMR and any other state statutes, rules, regulations, city ordinances, or bylaws which empower the building official.
• Act on any question relative to the mode or manner of construction and materials to be used in the construction, reconstruction, alterations, repair, demolition, removal, installation of equipment and the location, use, occupancy and maintenance of all buildings and structures, except as otherwise specifically provided for by statutory requirements or as provided for in 780
  
  CMR.
• Receive applications and issue permits for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, demolition, removal, or change in use or occupancy of builds and structures and inspect the premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with 780
  
  CMR.
• Issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with 780
  
  CMR.
• Inspect and investigate all zoning issues as assigned by the building commissioner.
• Assist permit applicants with application forms and application requirements.
• Review permit applications and plans for completeness and Code Compliance.
• Issue building permits in a timely manner.
• Schedule and perform on-site inspections of building projects in a timely manner.
• Schedule and perform section 110.7 periodic inspections of businesses and institutions.
• Keep up with relevant code changes.
• Maintain fair, objective, professional standards in all endeavors associated with the position.
• Maintain records and relevant information in a readily available manner.
• Provide customer service in person, by phone, by email, or by other means.
• Perform similar or related work as required.
• Present themselves in a courteous and professional manner.

• In accordance with the provisions of M G.L. c 143 Section 3, requires all individuals who serve as municipal building code enforcement officials to be certified in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. Apply online to the state to receive approval to take the "local inspector" exams. Approval to take the exams is a requirement of this position.
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• Familiarity with personal computers and Microsoft office.
• Basic filing skills and blueprint reading.
• Advanced math skills and basic writing skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

• Recurring Sick Time
• Vacation
• Thirteen Holidays Per Year
• Retirement Plan, and more

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Job   Category Building Department Status Open Salary Grade A09:
Step 01 – Step 04: $26.06/Hour - $34.34/Hour Posted March 13, 2026 8:00 AM Closing September 13, 2026 9:00 AM