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Building Inspector - I
- Auburn, California
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$41.08 - $51.31/hour; $85,446.40 - $106,724.80/year + $1,100/mo Tahoe Assignment Pay
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- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Building Inspector - II
- Auburn, California
- PLACER COUNTY, CA
$43.15 - $53.88/hour; $89,752.00 - $112,070.40/year + $1,100/mo Tahoe Assignment Premium
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Building Inspector - I
- Auburn, California
- PLACER COUNTY, CA
$41.08 - $51.31/hour; $7,120.53 - $8,893.73/month; $85,446.40 - $106,724.80/year
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Building Inspector - II
- Auburn, California
- PLACER COUNTY, CA
$43.15 - $53.88/hour; $7,479.33 - $9,339.20/month; $89,752.00 - $112,070.40/year
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Deputy Building Official
- Corpus Christi, Texas
- City of Corpus Christi
85,416.66-93,958.32 USD
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Other
Special Education Paraprofessional-Building Wide
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Building HVAC Technician
- Golden, Colorado
- Jefferson County
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Utilities
Recreation Leader - Facility and Building Attendant
- Manhattan Beach, California
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
$19.38 - $23.56 Hourly
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Parks and Recreation
Building Inspector I/II/III
- Crescent City, California
- DEL NORTE COUNTY
$2,272.78 - $3,053.01 Biweekly
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Deputy Building Official
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Other
BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
- Riverside, California
- CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
$72,708.00 - $88,356.00 Annually
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Combo Building Inspector
- Galveston, Texas
- City of Galveston, TX
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Structural Building Inspector
- Golden, Colorado
- Jefferson County
- Full Time
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Lead Building Services Engineer - CSUMB Internal Only
- Seaside, California
- Cal State University (CSU) Monterey Bay
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Engineering
Building Permit Technician
- Los Angeles, California
- CITY OF PLACENTIA, CA
$55,806.40 - $68,868.80 Annually
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Regulatory and Licensing
Building Inspector (Construction Code Inspector)
- Kansas City, Missouri
- City of Kansas City, MO
- Building and Safety
- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Senior Building Inspector (20773465)
- 610 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, California
- CITY OF FOSTER CITY
$126,376.60-$153,611.59 Annually
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Chief Building Official
- American Canyon, California
- City of American Canyon, California
$138,639.31 to $168,516.95
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Building Inspector I/II/III
- Ventura, California
- County of Ventura
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- Code Enforcement and Inspections
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Building Maintenance Technician - HVAC
- Golden, Colorado
- Jefferson County
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Building Inspector - I
- Auburn, California United States
- PLACER COUNTY, CA
- Nov 12, 2026
- $41.08 - $51.31/hour; $85,446.40 - $106,724.80/year + $1,100/mo Tahoe Assignment Pay - Full Time
PLACER COUNTY, CA

Placer County is a prosperous community characterized by a healthy and diverse economy, attractive business environment, and residents who benefit from high quality educational, safety, and healthcare infrastructure, in addition to a wide variety of outstanding recreational opportunities. The government center of Placer County (located in Auburn) is 30 miles northeast of Sacramento, the State capital. Stretching over one hundred miles, from the breathtaking vistas of the truly one-of-a-kind Lake Tahoe down through the verdant foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the lush Sacramento Valley, Placer County encompasses some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery in Northern California. Placer County offers a generous benefits package. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision and CalPERS retirement, as well as 13 paid holidays, 12 days/year paid sick leave, generous vacation allowances, 100 hours/year management leave (for management classifications), and more. For additional benefit information and details click here. Visit us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/placer-county-human-resources/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlacerCAJobs
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- $41.08 - $51.31/hour; $85,446.40 - $106,724.80/year + $1,100/mo Tahoe Assignment Pay
- Full Time
- Nov 12, 2026
Job Description
Introduction

Living in Placer County from Placer County Video Portal

Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov .

POSITION INFORMATION

Placer County's Community Development Resource Agency (CDRA) in the Tahoe region is currently accepting applications for the position of Building Inspector I and II to fill one permanent full-time vacancy. This recruitment is for Building Inspector I.

The ideal candidate will possess construction industry knowledge, experience applying and interpreting building code requirements, and the ability to clearly communicate with project applicants.

Each level in this job series has different minimum qualifications. To participate in the recruitment at the I level, the II level, or both levels, you much complete and submit separate applications and supplemental questionnaires for each recruitment:

Building Inspector I #2026-14820-01

Building Inspector II #2026-14821-01

The eligible lists established as a result of these recruitments may be used to fill future vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements.

Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium

Employees permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe area receive base salary plus a $1,100 monthly premium.

BENEFITS

Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.

Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits.

For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website.

DEFINITION

To review building plans and conduct inspections of residential and commercial buildings under construction or being remodeled; to determine compliance of plans and of buildings under construction with applicable State and County codes and standards.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Building Inspection series. This class is distinguished from the journey by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgement on matters allocated to the journey level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from management or supervisory staff; may receive technical or functional supervision from other technical or professional staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Perform as a team member in carrying out program tasks of the Building Division.

Review, assess and approve building plans and calculations regarding structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing design and construction aspects for compliance with all applicable local and state codes.

Conduct field inspections of buildings during construction or remodeling for compliance with all applicable local and state codes and approved plans and specifications; set up inspection schedule and route and travel to field sites; approve work done or note corrections to be made; prepare correction letters and inspection reports.

Interpret and explain applicable building codes, Division policies and procedures to the public; assist the public at the public counter and/or by telephone in the processing of permits and applications; provide technical assistance to others within the Building Division as needed; coordinate with other County departments and/or with outside agencies as needed.

Maintain files, retrieve permit information, issue permits and conduct permit research.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Show Your Qualifications

When applying, please be sure to clearly describe how your background meets each of the Minimum Qualifications listed below. This ensures our screening team can accurately evaluate your eligibility.

Experience: Three years of building trades experience is desirable.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in the building trades or construction technology is desirable.

Required License or Certificate:

May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to the completion of the probationary period, a valid Certificate of Registration as a Building Inspector issued by the International Code Council.

Experience as a Substitute

You may substitute relevant, equivalent experience for the required education. The Human Resources Department will evaluate your background to ensure it qualifies as the same knowledge, skills, and abilities as the specified degree or coursework.

International Degrees

If you earned your degree outside the United States, you must provide proof of accreditation from a recognized evaluation agency. Please attach this documentation to your application to ensure your education is verified.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of building design, construction and inspection.

Federal, State and local building and associated codes.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Arithmetic and basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to:

On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve building inspection activities; sit at desk for long periods of time; and stand at the counter to answer questions of the public.

Intermittently, walk, stand, kneel, climb, crawl and bend in the field; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; intermittently write or use a keyboard to communicate and occasionally lift moderate weight.

Under supervision, review and analyze construction plans and inspect construction projects; conduct and document multiple inspections; maintain accurate and separate records for each inspection.

Obtain information through interview; work fairly and courteously with the public; and work effectively with interruption.

Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action.

Be sensitive to various cultural and ethnic groups present in the community.

Use a computer, calculator, telephone, and photocopy machine.

Drive an automobile in all weather conditions.

Under supervision, conduct and document multiple inspections; maintain accurate and separate records for each inspection.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Training & Experience Rating (100%)

Applicants are required to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire, which serves as the examination for this recruitment.

Evaluation: We use a pre-determined formula to score your responses related to education, training, and professional experience.

Accuracy: Please ensure your application and questionnaire thoroughly reflect your background, as these scores determine your ranking on the eligible list.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Hire Requirements

Candidates must complete the following requirements before their start date if an offer is extended:

DOJ Criminal Background Clearance: Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check through the California Department of Justice.

Medical Evaluation: Pass a pre-employment physical, which may include drug screening and/or a psychological evaluation.

Oath of Office: Subscribe to the constitutional oath or affirmation as required for all public employees by the California Constitution.

Employment Eligibility Verification: Provide original documents that establish both identity and the legal right to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Position-Specific Requirements

In addition to the above, some positions may require one or more of the following:

Age Verification: Provide documentation verifying that you meet the minimum legal age requirements for this position.

Background Check: Some positions require a background investigation. This may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, polygraph, and/or proof of bonding.

Law Enforcement: Applicants for law enforcement functions must complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process.

Medi-Cal Access/Licensing: Applicants with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification.

Failure to clear all requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

SUBSTITUTE LISTS

Pre-Hire Requirements

Candidates must complete the following requirements before their start date if an offer is extended:

DOJ Criminal Background Clearance: Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check through the California Department of Justice.

Medical Evaluation: Pass a pre-employment physical, which may include drug screening and/or a psychological evaluation.

Oath of Office: Subscribe to the constitutional oath or affirmation as required for all public employees by the California Constitution.

Employment Eligibility Verification: Provide original documents that establish both identity and the legal right to work in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Position-Specific Requirements

In addition to the above, some positions may require one or more of the following:

Age Verification: Provide documentation verifying that you meet the minimum legal age requirements for this position.

Background Check: Some positions require a background investigation. This may include a credit check, voice stress analysis, polygraph, and/or proof of bonding.

Law Enforcement: Applicants for law enforcement functions must complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process.

Medi-Cal Access/Licensing: Applicants with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification.

Failure to clear all requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Placer County is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. All applicants and employees receive fair and equal consideration in every stage of employment. Employment decisions are based on job‑related qualifications and are not influenced by any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Program and Policy Statement (PDF ) for detailed information.

Applicants who need an accommodation during the recruitment or examination process should contact Human Resources at least five working days before the scheduled exam.

Conclusion

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov.

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
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PLACER COUNTY, CA

Placer County is a prosperous community characterized by a healthy and diverse economy, attractive business environment, and residents who benefit from high quality educational, safety, and healthcare infrastructure, in addition to a wide variety of outstanding recreational opportunities. The government center of Placer County (located in Auburn) is 30 miles northeast of Sacramento, the State capital. Stretching over one hundred miles, from the breathtaking vistas of the truly one-of-a-kind Lake Tahoe down through the verdant foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the lush Sacramento Valley, Placer County encompasses some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery in Northern California.

Placer County offers a generous benefits package. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision and CalPERS retirement, as well as 13 paid holidays, 12 days/year paid sick leave, generous vacation allowances, 100 hours/year management leave (for management classifications), and more. For additional benefit information and details click here.

Visit us:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/placer-county-human-resources/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlacerCAJobs
PLACER COUNTY, CA
- Auburn, California, United States
- http://www.JobsAtPlacerCounty.com
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