Building Inspector Aid

Position Information

“Inspect. Enforce. Protect Our Community.” Kickstart your career in building inspection! The Department of Planning and Permitting, Building Division is hiring a Building Inspector Aid. In this role, you will assist experienced inspectors in reviewing buildings and structures for compliance with Building, Housing, and Zoning Codes. You’ll help inspect construction work against approved plans, investigate basic complaints and code violations, and gain hands‑on experience learning City codes and ordinances.

This position also involves traveling to inspection sites and supporting the team in ensuring safe and compliant structures across the community.

• Assist higher‑level inspectors in investigating and inspecting buildings and structures for fire, health, and safety hazards, structural issues, inadequate exits, maintenance problems, or compliance with the Building Code during occupancy changes.
• Compute and approve room capacities for assembly areas based on occupancy requirements.
• Inspect care facilities, schools, and other buildings for code compliance.
• Draft inspection reports and letters using computer systems.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

• Operates a vehicle to and from inspection sites.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States of a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

Two (2) years of experience in inspecting or supervising building construction, preparing and/or reading and applying building plans and specifications, or interpreting and/or applying the Building Code and related ordinances. Substitution:
An Associate degree in architectural or engineering drafting or a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university will substitute for the required experience.

Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Education information must be listed clearly on your application.

If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

Valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type
3), prior to appointment.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job‑related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification.

As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!