Building Inspector

Salary: $28.30 - $45.29 Hourly
Location : Stuart
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: R00194
Department: Building / Permitting
Opening Date: 10/16/2025
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Under direction of the Building Official, and with emphasis on providing outstanding customer service, incumbent is responsible for professional and technical work involved in the various activities relating to the inspection of buildings, facilities and structures. Responsibilities include the regulation and inspecting of building construction to ensure the safety, conformance and compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances and regulations of the City of Stuart and State of Florida.

Duties include heavy public contact and interpretation of ordinances and laws associated with construction sites. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, observations, and the success of programs and new procedures developed and implemented to achieve established goals.
Examples of Essential Functions

Examines plans, specifications, sketches and blueprints for compliance with local zoning codes and state building codes.

Routinely meets with and effectively assists the general public, various professionals, officials, architects, engineers, proprietors and others in attaining compliance with building codes, other codes, ordinances and policies.

Approves and recommends for issuance permits of buildings, infrastructures and construction projects indicating the safety and health of the public is adhered to by meeting the regulations established.

Prepares reports, correspondence and responds to inquiries related to building codes and construction projects.

Drives to constructions sites performing field inspection as required.

Maintains accurate and current files, reports, records and related documents covering the maintenance and completion of the building inspection project and programs.

Issue stop work orders for unpermitted work or work by unlicensed contractors.

Required to be on call to do damage assessments after natural disasters.

NOTE:

The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented by five (5) years of construction inspection experience and certification through the International Code Council (ICC). One- and Two-Family Dwelling Inspector or multiple various State inspection licenses required. Standard Building Inspector and Building Plan Review State Licenses preferred. Must have the ability to obtain additional State licenses.

Must have a valid State of Florida Driver's License.
Supplemental Information

Please review the full job description for this position by clicking on the Menu option in the upper left, and then select Class Specifications. This is an important step in reviewing the KSA's and Physical, Environmental, and Sensory Requirements.

This position is considered "Mission Critical" (aka "Essential") and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace. All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.

The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP
An employer's benefits package is like a second paycheck...and the City's programming is of note. Most benefits take effect the first of the month following the first 60 days of employment, with some taking effect immediately (deferred compensation, FRS, etc.).

The City is pleased to offer:

• Medical and Dental Insurance (two medical programs and two dental programs are offered to meet your needs) - 4 tiers of coverage to choose from
• Telehealth services and prescription mail-order program
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 assistance and support (this benefit is provided to full-time and part-time employees)
• An Employee Health Center (EHC) - a benefit provided at no cost to employees and dependents on the City's health insurance
• Vision Insurance - 4 tiers of coverage to choose from
• Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and Dependent Life Insurance
• Deferred compensation through Mission Square Retirement - several options to choose from
• Retirement benefits through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) - the City and employee share in the contributions
• Supplemental insurance offerings including AFLAC, Liberty Mutual, US Legal, Pet Benefit Solutions and Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• Long Term…