Building Inspector I or II - Development Services (Prescott)

Building Inspector I or II - Development Services (Prescott)

Salary

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Location

Prescott, AZ

Job Type

Full Time - Non Exempt

Job Number

202600249

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

• Description
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Role

Are you passionate about construction and safety? Join our Development Services team as a Building Inspector, where your expertise will ensure that every project meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Building Inspector I

or

Building Inspector II

The ideal candidate will possess the expertise to ensure that buildings, structures, and systems comply with all relevant codes, ordinances, and regulations. We are looking for someone with a solid background in the construction industry, exceptional communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of how to read and interpret current codes and ordinances pertaining to buildings and structures.

We are accepting applications for a Building Inspector I or a Building Inspector II position, contingent upon the qualifications and skill sets of eligible applicants.

Salary range for Building Inspector I is $22.96 to $35.59 per hour

Salary range for Building Inspector II is $26.58 to $41.21 per hour

Class specification Building Inspector I

Class specification Building Inspector II

Major Duties, Responsibilities

Building Inspector I:

• Performs building inspections daily to ensure code compliance of framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Provides information to general public in matters relating to construction and code requirements and other applicable ordinances.
• Verifies all work is completed per the approved plans and other related approved documents. Properly interprets code requirements and reads plans. Detects substandard materials and workmanship.
• Answers questions from the public regarding building code requirements, local ordinances, and policies and procedures for inspections.
• Maintains complete written records of inspections. Performs daily file maintenance and paperwork. Uses online permitting and inspection scheduling system for inspection completion to computer records.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Building Inspector II:

• Performs building inspections daily to ensure code compliance of framing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Provides information to general public in matters relating to construction and code requirements and other applicable ordinances.
• Verifies all work is completed per the approved plans and other related approved documents. Properly interprets code requirements and reads plans. Detects substandard materials and workmanship.
• Answers questions from the public regarding building code requirements, local ordinances, and policies and procedures for inspections.
• Maintains complete written records of inspections. Performs daily file maintenance and paperwork. Uses online permitting and inspection scheduling system for inspection completion to computer records.
• Trains new employees in procedures for completion of assigned duties
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Building Inspector I:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of experience in building inspections or in the construction industry.

Additional Requirements: Must obtain ICC certification as a Residential Building Inspector within six (6) months of hire. Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

Building Inspector II:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a Building Inspector.

Additional Requirements: Must possess ICC certification as a Residential Building Inspector. Must possess ICC Certification in any of the following: Residential Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent. Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to

Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

The Building Inspector I position requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in building inspections or in the construction industry. How much experience do you have in building inspections or the construction industry?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 years or more

03

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a Building Inspector?

• Yes
• No

04

This position requires that you possess or obtain an ICC certification as a Residential Building Inspector within six (6) months of hire.

• I currently possess a valid ICC certification as a Residential Building Inspector.
• I do not possess an ICC certification as a Residential Building Inspector but acknowledge that I must obtain one within six (6) months of hire.

05

Do you possess an ICC Certification in any of the following: Residential Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Yavapai County Government

Address 1015 Fair Street

Room 338

Prescott, Arizona, 86305

Phone (928) 771-3252

Website https://yavapaiaz.gov/