Building Inspector

City of Fate•Fate, TX

About The Position

The Building Inspector performs routine duties related to the City’s inspection program, including building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and gas construction inspections. The role ensures compliance with city codes and ordinances, with a primary focus on residents’ immediate public safety and health. The inspector reviews plans, conducts residential and commercial inspections, communicates with project stakeholders, maintains project documentation, operates permit software, and supports updates to municipal codes and informational materials. The role also addresses street cleanliness and construction debris in construction-related areas, lots, and subdivisions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of construction inspection experience; municipal experience is preferred.
Texas State Plumbing Inspector’s License required.
International Code Certifications in at least one of the following: Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
Knowledge of codes, ordinances, and other local or state statutory guidelines, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes, as well as building methods and materials.
Knowledge of department safety rules and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret codes, ordinances, state laws, and other regulatory documents.
Ability to prioritize daily duties, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks under pressure.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to detect potential safety hazards through visual inspection of buildings.
Ability to respond tactfully to requests and inquiries from contractors and the general public.
Ability to adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action and make clear decisions in stressful and demanding situations.
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, sound judgment, and decisiveness.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and follow written and oral instructions.
Skill in identifying and resolving issues, concerns, and needs.
Skill in operating standard office equipment, including a computer and associated software such as Microsoft Office.
A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Municipal construction inspection experience.
Certified Residential Building Inspector.

Responsibilities

Review plans for the design, construction, or installation of building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in new structures.
Review plans for fences, accessory buildings, water heaters, other plumbing installations, electrical installations, and mechanical installations and repairs.
Conduct residential and commercial building inspections to ensure compliance with applicable local and state codes and ordinances.
Advise the Director of Community Services and Building Safety about potentially problematic or controversial field conditions and situations.
Help ensure city building codes and related ordinances are updated in accordance with standard practices and state building code changes.
Communicate technical problems and potential solutions orally and in writing to architects, engineers, contractors, and the immediate supervisor.
Provide developers, builders, contractors, and the public with information about building standards and codes.
Write thorough reports documenting the factual, chronological history of construction, including problems, inspection results, and other pertinent project data.
Maintain project files containing plans, specifications, approved shop drawings, change orders, and important correspondence.
Operate the permit software.
Assist with researching, drafting, and rewriting municipal codes and ordinances, and developing forms and other informational materials addressing inspection and compliance issues.
Control street cleanliness in construction-related areas and address building and construction debris on lots and in subdivisions.
Perform other duties as assigned.