Building Inspector I​/II

Overview

This position is open until filled and may close at any time without notice.
A first review of applications will take place during the week of February 1, 2026. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

Building Inspector I: $68,139 - $91,312/annual
Building Inspector II: $79,020 - $105,894/annual

If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Building Inspector I/II in our Development Services Department/Building Division. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City s website.

Under regular supervision (Building Inspector I) or general supervision (Building Inspector II), inspects building construction or alteration work for compliance with the provisions of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and zoning codes; assists the public at the permit counter and over the telephone regarding the interpretation of Building Codes and Ordinances; and provides plan check services for minor projects.

Building Inspector I – This is the entry level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions in this class have prior experience in construction inspection or general construction experience and a working knowledge of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and Title-24 accessibility and energy requirements. This level is not expected to function with the same amount of work knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Building Inspector II level.

The Building Inspector I exercises less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Incumbents in this class are expected to learn the counter, office and field operations of the division under the direction of a Development Technician for counter activities and a Building Inspector II or Senior Building Inspector for field operations. Incumbents initially appointed to Building Inspector I level may progress to Building Inspector II after successfully completing one year (12 months) as a Building Inspector I with the City of Escondido, and achieving the qualifications and department requirements established for progression.

Building Inspector II – This is the journey-level class in the Building Inspector series. Positions at this level require construction inspection experience or construction experience as a journeyman, including a thorough knowledge of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and Title-24 accessibility and energy requirements. Positions at this level require demonstrated ability to perform responsible building inspections and plan checks. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Building Inspector II level are normally filled by advancement from the Building Inspector I level.

Note:

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Inspects buildings and similar structures that are being constructed, altered, moved or demolished to verify that work being done complies with provisions of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and related codes, ordinances and State and Federal construction regulations, and are in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
• Provides plan check services for compliance with the above codes for minor projects, including but not limited to, residential additions and accessory structures and commercial/industrial tenant improvements.
• Maintains log books and issues permits when assigned to counter duties.
• Computes fees and issues Building Permits and other related permits.
• Assists builders, contractors,…