Building Inspector

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SAFEbuilt provides Community Development services, and our success is driven by the expertise and passion of our people. Our team tackles a full range of professional services and skills, contributing to the safety and prosperity of communities.

• Perform daily field inspections of residential, commercial, and public facility construction projects.
• Interact with the public and explain technical information to both technically and non‑technically trained individuals.
• Read and understand residential and commercial plans and engineering calculations for building components to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
• Provide recommendations regarding interpretations of City, State, Federal, and Construction standards, as well as local ordinances.
• Maintain accurate records to document inspections, test results, and additional details pertaining to inspections.
• Maintain computer logs of inspection reports, entering inspection results into permitting software.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology.
• Ability to positively interact with staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and consider independent judgment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast‑paced atmosphere.
• Familiarity with different editions of the International Building Codes.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• MN Limited Building Official or Certified Building Official.
• Experience in field inspections preferred.
• Understand and use smartphone and tablet functions and applications.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).

• Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details.
• Ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection.
• Hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.

• Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.

• Work performed in both office and field settings.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain).
• Frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid holidays; paid time off; matching 401(k) plans; wellness programs and more. Career progression is supported through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses. Hourly rate $30–$37/hour.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or call 970‑292‑2200
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• Full‑time

• Project Management and Engineering

• Construction, Civil Engineering, and Government Administration