Building Safety Inspector I/II (Plumbing)

Building Safety Inspector I/II (Plumbing)

Salary

$96,408.00 - $127,171.20 Annually

Location

City Hall Burnsville, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00444

Division

Community Operations

Department

Community Development - Building Safety

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Details

The City of Burnsville is recruiting for a Building Safety Inspector (Plumbing) position. We are seeking a candidate with strong plumbing knowledge and experience to perform plumbing inspections for residential and commercial construction projects. This recruitment may be used to fill either a Building Safety Inspector I or Building Safety Inspector II position based on the selected candidates qualifications, experience, and certifications. Applicants only need to submit one application to be considered for both levels.

As a Building Safety Inspector, youll work with residents, businesses, contractors, and City departments to ensure compliance with construction codes, ordinances, and regulations. Join our Community Development Department and help create a safe, vibrant community while enjoying Burnsvilles Total Rewards package and a collaborative environment focused on support, growth, and development.

Salary Range:

• Building Safety Inspector I: $46.35 - $57.81 hourly ($96,408 - $120,244.80 annually)
• Building Safety Inspector II: $49.02 - $61.14 hourly ($101,961.60 - $127,171.20 annually)

This is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Starting salary will be based on qualifications and experience. This position is open until filled. Applications received by August 9, 2026 will receive first consideration.

For more information about the positions, please review the job descriptions below:

• Building Safety Inspector I Job Description
• Building Safety Inspector II Job Description

How youll use your strengths every day

The Building Safety Inspector I or II (Plumbing) Values People and Perspectives By:

• Coordinating plan reviews and inspections with the Engineering, Planning, and Fire Departments.
• Educating contractors, architects, engineers, and property owners on applicable codes to promote understanding and compliance with state and city regulations.

They Are on the Leading Edge When They:

• Stay informed about new equipment, materials, construction practices, and changes to building codes to ensure effective and consistent code administration.
• Occasionally conduct property maintenance inspections and enforce the Property Maintenance Code.

They Expect the Best By:

• Reviewing plans, specifications, and engineering calculations to ensure compliance with State Building, Energy, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, and Fuel Gas Codes.
• Reviewing permit applications to ensure they accurately reflect the proposed work.

What youll bring to help you be successful

Minimum Qualifications - Building Safety Inspector I

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three years of building inspection experience or experience in the construction trades.
• State Limited Building Official or State Building Official certification required.
• International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Building Inspector and Commercial Plans Examiner, or the ability to obtain both certifications within the first year of employment.
• Must meet the minimum competency requirements for a Combination Inspector as established in Minnesota Rules Chapter 1301.1400.
• Valid drivers license or the ability to obtain one.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and mobile devices.
• Local government experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills with an educators mindset preferred.

Minimum Qualifications - Building Safety Inspector II

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of seven years of building inspection experience and/or experience in the construction trades at the journeyperson or master level.
• Certified as a Building Official or licensed as a Plumber or Electrician by the State of Minnesota.
• Must possess a Commercial Building or Mechanical ICC certification, or obtain it within one year of employment.
• Must possess a State delegation in one of the following areas: Building, Plumbing, Electrical, or Mechanical.
• Must meet the minimum competency requirements for a Combination Inspector as established in Minnesota Rules Chapter 1301.1400.
• Must have experience in commercial construction.
• Valid drivers license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and mobile devices.
• Strong technical skills with an educators mindset preferred.

BENEFITS-ELIGIBLE

In Burnsville, we create great experiences for our employees so they do the same for our community. We offer total rewards, development opportunities, and flexibility that reflect our commitment to you.

Total Rewards

Providing the highest level of care for our community starts with caring well for you. We provide a wide range of benefits to full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Focused on your wellbeing, our total rewards include:

• Twelve weeks of paid well-being leave.
• Up to four weeks paid bereavement leave.
• Leave donation options to take care of one-another.
• 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance and options for caring for your family.
• Employer yearly contribution to HSA or HRA/VEBA plans of $3,400 for single and $5,400 for employee-plus and family coverage.
• City contribution to your retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
• Vacation equivalency that recognizes your professional expertise.
• Sick leave and 13 paid holidays annually.

Employee Development

We believe that we all can benefit from ongoing learning and growth. We offer focused development opportunities through our organizational university, Burnsville University, to help people and teams be their best. Our comprehensive onboarding path engages new employees right from the start, with a year-long experience focused on connecting you to our organization and community.

Work Your Way

We are committed to flexibility in meeting the needs of our employees while continuing to provide excellent service to our organization and community. That's why we encourage remote and flexible work, when we are able. Whether you want to work in a coffee shop, adjust your start time, or wear jeans on a Monday, we encourage employees to work in a way that allows you to be your best.

01

How many years of building inspection experience and/or experience working in the construction trades do you have?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-6 years
• 7-10 years
• 10 or more years

02

Which of the following best describes your plumbing-related experience? Select all that apply.

• Plumbing construction experience
• Plumbing inspection experience
• Plumbing plan review experience
• Plumbing code enforcement experience
• Experience interpreting and applying plumbing codes
• No plumbing-related experience

03

What best describes your level of construction trade experience?

• No construction trade experience
• Apprentice-level experience
• Journeyperson-level experience
• Master-level experience

04

What type of construction experience do you have? Select all that apply.

• Residential construction
• Commercial construction
• Industrial construction
• Construction plan review
• Construction code enforcement
• None of the above

05

Which of the following certifications or licenses do you currently possess? Select all that apply.

• Minnesota State Limited Building Official certification
• Minnesota State Building Official certification
• Minnesota Plumbing License
• Minnesota Electrical License
• ICC Commercial Building Inspector certification
• ICC Commercial Plans Examiner certification
• ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector certification
• ICC Combination Inspector certification
• None of the above

06

Which of the following State of Minnesota building code delegations do you currently possess? Select all that apply.

• Building delegation
• Plumbing delegation
• Mechanical delegation
• Electrical delegation
• I do not currently possess a State delegation

07

Do you have a valid Minnesota driver's license or ability to obtain.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Burnsville (MN)

Address 100 Civic Center Parkway

Burnsville, Minnesota, 55337

Website http://www.burnsvillemn.gov