Building Inspector

Job Description:

Building Inspector

Description

The City of Weatherford’s Development Services Department is looking to hire a Building Inspector. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Development Services, the Building Inspector typically focuses primarily on the structural integrity and compliance of a building's shell and core. Checking foundations, framing, fire safety, general construction methods, and building materials for compliance with adopted building codes and municipal ordinances. provides inspection and code services to the City of Weatherford. If you think you’d be a good fit, we would like to hear from you.

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Building Inspector Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing moderate to complex professional technical inspection work to ensure compliance with adopted building codes, may assist with electrical, mechanical, plumbing and (combination) codes, zoning ordinances, property maintenance codes, public health and food safety inspections. Work ranges from routine inspection of single-family residences to complex commercial projects and code enforcement investigations, based on the assigned level, essential to the efficient operation of the department. Key responsibilities require a high level of detailed analysis of on-site construction, review of construction documents, and the ability to effectively communicate corrections as necessary. The position maintains the department's credibility, accuracy, and integrity through complex review of construction projects and coordination with internal and external agencies.

A Building Inspector typically focuses primarily on the structural integrity and compliance of a building's shell and core. Checking foundations, framing, fire safety, general construction methods, and building materials for compliance with adopted building codes and municipal ordinances.

The core duties of a building inspector remain consistent across all levels: to ensure construction projects, comply with applicable building codes, ordinances, and safety regulations. The progression from Level 1 (I) to Level 3 (III) typically reflects increasing responsibility, complexity of assigned projects, and a higher degree of independent judgment and technical expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. • Associate or bachelor’s degree in applied sciences, public administration, or related field is preferred. • Two (2) years of experience in construction, vocational, or related field. • Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job may be considered. • Valid Texas Driver's License with driving record that meets City guidelines.

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

Job Details

Category Development Services Status Open Salary Building Inspector Starting Pay - $25.65 to $31.22 (DOQ) Posted December 18, 2025 10:15 AM Closing Open Until Filled

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Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

Building Inspector Starting Pay - $25.65 to $31.22 (DOQ)