Building Inspector

THE FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BE SEPTEMBER 21, 2026

This is the first level of inspections work. Incumbents inspect, approve, or reject all phases of public and private construction and improvements to ensure compliance with plans, standards, specifications, codes and regulations, permits, and any special requirements. Assignments involve inspection of new residential and commercial construction, alteration and repair work. Incumbents work independently in the field and are responsible for making decisions requiring technical discretion, sound judgment, and familiarity with the City's adopted building codes.

Incumbents recommend issuance of correction notices or approvals as appropriate and compile reports, maintain logs, records, perform related activities, and provide direction to design professionals, contractors and property owners.

High School Diploma or G.E.D., and two years experience in construction, building inspection or building trades. Additional education cannot be substituted for experience.

Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Arizona driver license.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview.

Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Fingerprinting
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• E-Verify
• Education and Experience Verification
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The City of Surprise is an EEO/ADA reasonable accommodation employer.