Building Inspector

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Inspects construction or electrical or mechanical/plumbing installations at residential, commercial and industrial buildings and structures, in all stages of construction, alteration, and repair to assure compliance with applicable state and local regulations; enforces building, electrical and safety codes, laws, regulations, and standards.

Work is performed in a standard office environment, with frequent visits to construction sites in outside environments with exposure to inclement weather.

Light physical demands; may be exposed to frequent climbing, bending, kneeling and lifting; frequent use of a personal computer.

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policy.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES THAT MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Meeting or exceeding the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

First review of applications will be on 10/27/2025, with periodic reviews thereafter.

Full-time, regular, non-exempt. This position is a grade RN14.

• Inspects residential, commercial and industrial construction and building projects constructed, altered, repaired or demolished to assure compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and regulations; reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection.
• Performs field inspections to examine and evaluate the work performed and materials used; verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used, and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; refers serious problems and disagreements in interpretation to Chief Building Official.
• Interprets City codes, and issues citations, notices of violation, occupancy certificates, and work stop orders; maintains communications with developers and builders on commercial and residential building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical inspection projects; analyzes practices and recommends improvements; maintains, updates and assures the accuracy of inspection records, project documentation and project files.
• Provides customer service; answers questions and concerns related to codes and requirements for building or electrical or mechanical/plumbing installations and equipment; consults with contractors and homeowners concerning deficiencies with technical requirements; investigates citizen complaints against contractors, and coordinates effective resolution of conflicts and disagreements; interprets, applies and explains City codes and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; provides technical information to City staff as authorized; provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Equivalent to a High school diploma; AND three year’s foreman-level experience in general construction or electrician experience in general construction or mechanical and plumbing experience in general construction. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Valid driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in ordinance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Based on area of focus New Mexico State Construction Industries Division (CID) Certification as a Mechanical/Plumbing Inspector is required or New Mexico State Construction Industries Division (CID) Certification as an Electrical Inspector is required or…