Building Inspector/Plans Examiner

Village of Tequesta • Tequesta, FL

5d • $71,678 - $107,515 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Village is currently accepting applications for a Full-time Building Inspector/Plans Examiner to carry out technical plan reviews and field inspection of new construction and remodeling projects at residential and non-residential properties, ensuring compliance with Florida Building Codes. Applicants must be currently employed by the Village of Tequesta. Applications Due 9/25/2026

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• College degree; technical certificate; or technical instruction in building technology inspections or plan review
• Minimum five years of experience in construction, construction management, mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building construction preferred
• State of Florida Standard or a Provisional Inspector License
• State of Florida Standard or a Provisional Plan Examiner License or the ability to obtain within two (2) years.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Must be a current Village of Tequesta employee
• Knowledge of the Florida Building Code, referenced Standards, and general construction
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, engineering drawings and architectural renderings
• Knowledge of Microsoft software with ability to enter inspection and plan review data
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, developers, owners, architects, engineers, supervisors, employees, elected officials

Responsibilities

• Performs on-site inspections of residential and commercial buildings, including remodeling/construction work, premises, and building systems; footings, foundations, framing, swimming pools, trusses, insulation, drywall, etc.; inspects construction methods and material.
• Enforces compliance with the Florida Building Code, pertaining to building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire prevention, life/safety, energy, handicapped accessibility codes, and other applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules, regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs technical plan review of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems of residential and commercial buildings; reviews construction methods and material.
• Verifies proper permitting of construction work and contractor licensure; determines if work is being performed by properly licensed individuals who possess valid permits.
• Maintains records of building inspection activity and plans review comments; completes related reports, accesses and enters data in system.
• Performs customer service functions for customers at front counter and other departments, including information and assistance related to permits, permit applications, inspections, records research, documentation, procedures, fees, or other issues and responds to routine questions, complaints, or requests for service.
• Provides training to employees as assigned.
• Provides information and technical assistance to citizens and provides technical expertise to other employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED