Building Inspector

Salary : $59,256.82 - $71,826.44 AnnuallyLocation : City Hall Annex Building, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202500219Department: PlanningDivision: Building InspectionsOpening Date: 05/01/2026DescriptionCity of Forney is looking for a Building Inspector to join our team! If you have experience, enjoy being out in the field, and have an eye for detail, this could be a great fit.In this role, you'll perform safety and building inspections to ensure compliance with building codes and local ordinances, provide guidance and direction regarding conformity to building codes and ordinances, and respond to departmental and public complaints.Examples of DutiesThe following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.Performs commercial and residential safety and building inspections; examines properties and building sites to determine compliance with codes and regulations.Inspects new and existing building installations of any size or height, such as office buildings, manufacturing plants, health care facilities, and retail stores, to determine that installations conform with approved plans and/or applicable codes and ordinances.Contacts contractors and citizens regarding violations and establishes terms of compliance; determines appropriate means of code enforcement, including issuance of citations; completes inspection reports and inputs them into the department database.Maintains inspection and enforcement records; researches permit records, building codes, and ordinances; contacts customers to respond to complaints, enforce codes, and investigate compliance.Performs administrative tasks and trains new employees.Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No direct supervision exercised; may exercise occasional administrative and functional supervision for specified activities.Minimum QualificationsPossess a valid driver's license.High School Diploma or equivalentOne (1) year of experience in building inspection, code enforcement, or equivalent.Special Requirements: Possess a valid Texas Board of Plumbing Examiners certification and a ICC residential plumbing certification within one (1) year of hire.EMPLOYEE BENEFITSMedical InsuranceThe city is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans through United Healthcare:$6,000 Deductible HSA Plan (up to a $3,000 HRA reimbursement + HSA City Contributions)$2,500 Deductible EPO PlanEmployee health coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.Dental InsuranceThe city offers a dental plan through United Healthcare Dental:UHC DPPOCoverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.Life InsuranceBasic group life insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year.Voluntary products are also available to full-time employees and include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, cancer insurance, and critical care.Other City Paid PlansTeladoc -All full-time employees have access to TELADOCShort Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.Long Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the city provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.Additional Group BenefitsOther benefits are:Deferred Compensation planDirect depositPaid holidaysPaid vacationPersonal leaveSick leaveSocial SecurityHealth Savings AccountEmployee Assistance Program01Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA)02Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.Less than High School completionHigh School or GED equivalencyTechnical or Community College attendanceTechnical School completionAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreePh.D.Juris Doctorate03How many years of experience in building inspection, code enforcement, or a substantially similar experience do you have?Please note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.I have less than one year of experienceI have at least one year of experience, but less than two yearsI have at least two years of experience, but less than three yearsI have at least three years of experience, but less than four yearsI have four or more years of experience04Do you currently possess any of the following certifications/licenses?ICC Permit Technician certificationICC Residential Plumbing certificationTexas Board of Plumbing Examiners certificationCommercial Inspector certificationNone of the above05I understand that I must possess or have the ability to obtain a Texas Board of Plumbing Examiners certification and ICC Residential Plumbing certification within one (1) year of employment.YesNo