Combination Building Inspector

About the Department

Position Duties

• Field Inspections Conduct structural inspections of new and existing residential and commercial structures. Evaluate trade systems including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and gas framing for proper installation. Identify code violations and clearly document findings. Issue corrections notices or stop-work orders when necessary. Maintain detailed digital logs, upload inspection images, and track results in the department’s permit system. Assist with the evaluation of erosion and sediment control measures to ensure compliance on land-disturbances and construction sites. Provides emergency response for assessments of damaged buildings and structures. Plan Review Examine blueprints and architectural drawings for compliance with life safety, structural, energy, and accessibility standards. Verify code requirements for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical schematics before approving permit applications. Provide written feedback to developers, engineers, and architects detailing required revisions. Public Assistance and Support Inform the general public and construction personnel of building regulations and departmental policies. Investigate public complaints regarding unsafe structures or unpermitted construction. Provides excellent customer service to staff and public. Other Duties Cross-train in related areas, as needed or assigned. Performs additional duties as assigned to support operational requirements.
• Conduct structural inspections of new and existing residential and commercial structures.
• Evaluate trade systems including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and gas framing for proper installation.
• Identify code violations and clearly document findings. Issue corrections notices or stop-work orders when necessary.
• Maintain detailed digital logs, upload inspection images, and track results in the department’s permit system.
• Assist with the evaluation of erosion and sediment control measures to ensure compliance on land-disturbances and construction sites.
• Provides emergency response for assessments of damaged buildings and structures.
• Examine blueprints and architectural drawings for compliance with life safety, structural, energy, and accessibility standards.
• Verify code requirements for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical schematics before approving permit applications.
• Provide written feedback to developers, engineers, and architects detailing required revisions.
• Inform the general public and construction personnel of building regulations and departmental policies.
• Investigate public complaints regarding unsafe structures or unpermitted construction.
• Provides excellent customer service to staff and public.
• Cross-train in related areas, as needed or assigned.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support operational requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• General knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods. Ability to identify building deficiencies, improper installations, and potential hazards. General knowledge Virginia construction codes, laws, and ordinances. Knowledge of the typical stages of construction to include inspections and possible violations.
• General knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods.
• Ability to identify building deficiencies, improper installations, and potential hazards.
• General knowledge Virginia construction codes, laws, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of the typical stages of construction to include inspections and possible violations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a construction trade. Driver’s License: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to perform field work. Physical Requirements: Ability to navigate uneven ground surfaces at construction sites, climb ladders, and crawl into tight spaces. Paid Training Plan: If the hired candidate does not hold the preferred credentials, they must complete the department-funded trainings and secure their first core trade certification within 12 months to include the Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certification. Combination certification is required within 3 years from date of hire. Preferred Qualifications Certifications: Current International Code Council (ICC) certifications such as a Residential/Commercial Inspector, Plans Examiner, or Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Inspector are preferred but not required. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance. Vacation and sick leave. Virginia Retirement System Benefits to include life insurance. Professional growth opportunities. A pre-employment drug screen, DMV records check, and criminal background check are required.
• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a construction trade.
• Driver’s License: Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to perform field work.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to navigate uneven ground surfaces at construction sites, climb ladders, and crawl into tight spaces.
• Paid Training Plan: If the hired candidate does not hold the preferred credentials, they must complete the department-funded trainings and secure their first core trade certification within 12 months to include the Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector certification. Combination certification is required within 3 years from date of hire.
• Certifications: Current International Code Council (ICC) certifications such as a Residential/Commercial Inspector, Plans Examiner, or Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) Inspector are preferred but not required.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Virginia Retirement System Benefits to include life insurance.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• A pre-employment drug screen, DMV records check, and criminal background check are required.

Benefits

• At King William County, we believe our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being, empowers your growth, and helps you thrive both inside and outside of work. From health and wellness programs to professional development opportunities, our benefits are designed with you in mind—because when you succeed, we all do. Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Retirement You are required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be automatic pre-tax payroll deduction. Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (Annual and Sick Leave) Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts AFLAC - Voluntary insurance benefits to help you cover out of pocket expenses. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Opportunities Apply today and discover the advantages of working for King William County!
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Annual and Sick Leave)
• Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• AFLAC - Voluntary insurance benefits to help you cover out of pocket expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities