Inspector Technician, Inspector I, II, III, or IV

Inspector Technician, Inspector I, II, III, or IV

Salary

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Location

Waco, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-01158

Department

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Division

PLANNING

Opening Date

06/30/2026

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Summary

Position Overview

Under basic supervision, inspects commercial and residential construction projects for Inspection Services; reviews technical plans and construction documents, inspects structures and verifies compliance with all building, safety and construction codes, standards, and regulations and with the approved building plans.

Inspector Technician

Minimum starting salary is $27.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 5 years of journeyman/foreman-level experience in building trades and electrical, mechanical, and plumbing installation
• Certification (residential and commercial) required within 1 Year of employment

Essential Functions

• Operates a City vehicle to inspect residential and commercial building construction and building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; verifies construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing construction, as allowed by license and experience; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; identifies compliance deficiencies and defines corrections to be made; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations and issues notices of violation within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to supervisor.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; interprets City and state codes, resolves conflicts, provides technical information to City staff and provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Inspector I

Minimum starting salary is $30.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 year construction inspection experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification/license for a single trade (must have residential and commercial inspector certification for each trade; trades include building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing; for plumbing, state inspector license is equivalent of residential and commercial ICC inspector certifications)

Essential Functions

• Operates a City vehicle to inspect residential and commercial building construction and building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; verifies construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing construction, as allowed by license and experience; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; identifies compliance deficiencies and defines corrections to be made; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations and issues notices of violation within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to Building Inspection Supervisor.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; interprets City and state codes, resolves conflicts, provides technical information to City staff and provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Inspector II

Minimum starting salary is $33.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years of construction inspection experience; OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification/license for two trades (must have residential and commercial inspector certification for each trade; trades include building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing; for plumbing, state inspector license is equivalent of residential and commercial ICC inspector certifications)

Essential Functions

• Operates a City vehicle to inspect residential and commercial building construction and building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; verifies construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing construction, as allowed by license and experience; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; identifies compliance deficiencies and defines corrections to be made; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations and issues notices of violation within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to Building Inspection Supervisor.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; interprets City and state codes, resolves conflicts, provides technical information to City staff and provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Inspector III

Minimum starting salary is $36.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3 years construction inspection experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification/license for three trades (must have residential and commercial inspector certification for each trade; trades include building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing; for plumbing, state inspector license is equivalent of residential and commercial ICC inspector certifications)

Essential Functions

• Operates a City vehicle to inspect residential and commercial building construction and building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; verifies construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing construction, as allowed by license and experience; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; identifies compliance deficiencies and defines corrections to be made; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations and issues notices of violation within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to Building Inspection Supervisor.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; interprets City and state codes, resolves conflicts, provides technical information to City staff and provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.

Inspector IV

Minimum starting salary is $39.0000 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 4 years of construction inspection experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification/license for all trades (must have residential and commercial inspector certification for each trade; trades include building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing; for plumbing, state inspector license is equivalent of residential and commercial ICC inspector certifications)

Essential Functions

• Operates a City vehicle to inspect residential and commercial building construction and building trades activities conducted under permits issued by the City; verifies construction activities are in compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Inspects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing construction, as allowed by license and experience; approves work which conforms to City codes and zoning regulations; identifies compliance deficiencies and defines corrections to be made; coordinates inspection work with other departments and agencies.
• Reviews plans and specifications of projects to gain familiarity with the projects prior to inspection; performs field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used.
• Verifies quality of workmanship, quality of materials used and compliance with plans, specifications, estimates and applicable codes and regulations; notes deficiencies and deviations from plans; interprets regulations and issues notices of violation within scope of authority.
• Maintains communications with developers and builders on construction and inspection projects; analyzes practices, identifies problems and recommends improvements; maintains and updates inspection records, project documentation and Department files.
• Refers serious problems and disagreements in compliance issues to Building Inspection Supervisor.
• Answers inquiries and assists customers with application process, compliance issues, permit review, codes and code enforcement and other City standards and regulations.
• Responds to requests for information; interprets City and state codes, resolves conflicts, provides technical information to City staff and provides assistance to the public within scope of authority.
• Patrols City to check for violations of City health and safety codes; responds to complaints, identifies and inspects violations and contacts individuals to discuss violations and procedures for resolving compliance issues; prepares violation letters and citations.
• Re-inspects previous notified violations to verify compliance; explains and enforces City codes, regulations and code enforcement rules.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work

• Make a difference and improve communities

• Competitive Salary and Benefits

• Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

• Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match

• Education Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance

• Longevity Pay

• And More!

• Chance to do work you are passionate about

• Desire to give back

01

Do you hold a Valid Texas Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you hold a H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have 5 years of journeyman/foreman-level experience in building trades and electrical, mechanical, and plumbing installation?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently hold an ICC Inspector Certification?

• Yes
• No

05

If so, what trade is your certification in? Please list all relevant ICC Inspector certifications below. If not applicable, please type "N/A"

06

Do you currently hold a trade license from the state of Texas?

• Yes
• No

07

If so, what trade is your license for? Please list all relevant licenses below. If not applicable, please type "N/A"

Required Question

Employer City of Waco

Address PO Box 2570

Waco, Texas, 76702

Phone 2547505740

Website https://www.waco-texas.com/jobs