Senior Building Inspector - Plumbing & Mechanical

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Dunedin, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 04/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt

General Statement of Job

Hiring Salary: $29.42- $41.19 per hour (DOQ)

Sign-On Bonus
Eligible candidates shall receive a one-time sign-on bonus of $5,000. Candidates with standard licenses shall receive $2,500 upon hire and $2,500 upon completion of probation. Provisional license candidates shall receive $2,500 upon hire and $2,500 upon completion of probation and attainment of standard licenses.

Additional Compensation Benefits:

• 3 medical insurance plans through Cigna
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Vision & Dental Care
• Annual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hours
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid Parental Leave

The City of Dunedin, Florida is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Building Inspector (Plumbing & Mechanical) who possess a Standard Inspector (BN) license with Plumbing and Mechanical inspector qualifications from the State of Florida, Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) OR who meet the eligibility requirements in section for examination and certification as a Plumbing Inspector and Mechanical Inspector from the BCAIB.

Candidates who possess International Code Council (ICC) combination certifications as a Plumbing Inspector (P5) and Mechanical Inspector (M5) would typically meet the Florida eligibility requirements for Plumbing Inspector and Mechanical Inspector licenses.

Candidates who possess a Standard Inspector (BN) license with Plumbing and Mechanical inspector qualifications plus any additional inspector qualifications such as Building, Electrical (Commercial or Residential), or Residential are highly desirable.

Additional Licensure Incentive Pay Program:
Grants a 5% salary adjustment per certification to employees that attain additional BCAIB licenses in inspector and plans examiner categories after being hired.

Under general supervision, conducts inspections of residential and commercial buildings under construction and/or existing buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, and state statutes. Prepares and maintains required records and reports. Performs related work as directed. Reports to the Chief Building Inspector/Plans Examiner.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.
Inspects residential and commercial buildings during and after renovations or construction for building, electrical, plumbing, gas and/or mechanical code compliance as indicated by licensure; notifies owner or contractor of defects found and orders their correction.

May inspect mobile home and other temporary structure set-ups and tie-downs.

May enforce zoning setbacks and easements.

Examines blueprints and specifications for construction, renovations and alterations to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances.

Interprets Florida building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes to City personnel, professionals and the general public.

Maintains inspection records with accuracy; enters inspection results into computer.

Communicates with developers, contractors, architects, engineers and property owners to discuss projects and inspection results.

Prepares and issues notices of violation; presents cases to the Code Enforcement Board as required. Performs follow-up inspections and prepares affidavits of compliance as applicable.

Attends classes, seminars, workshops, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills as required for continuing education.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

Performs routine office work as required, including but not limited to answering the telephone and returning messages, typing reports and correspondence, copying…