Building Inspector - Southeast

Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings for fire and life safety and fire protection systems to determine their compliance with local or international building codes. Buildings include Commercial, Industrial, Residential, and Hospitality sectors.
• Inspects fire protection systems including fire suppression and fire detection and alarm systems.
• Reads and interprets building codes, technical manuals, drawings, instructions, and specifications.
• Identifies, records, and reports all deviations using provided tools.
• Travels to meet and communicate with building owners and managers regarding codes, inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services.
• Responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information; explains and interprets policies, procedures, ordinances, and codes.
• Follows up to verify corrections of violations and takes appropriate action to ensure compliance.
• Maintains comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards; reviews new codes and changes to existing codes.
• Stays aware of new methods, materials, trends, and advances in the profession through professional literature, affiliations, seminars, workshops, and training sessions.
• Adheres to business integrity, high ethical and safety compliance standards; follows Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Requirements

• University Degree (equivalent to Associates degree) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Safety Engineering preferred.
• Five years’ experience as an inspector, building contractor, engineer, or other building-related trades.
• ICC Combo commercial Inspector certification.
• Certified Electrical Plans Examiner.
• Knowledge to interpret building codes and ability to identify non-compliant installations.
• Good verbal communication skills with customers.
• Excellent computer skills.

Home-based position; candidate preferred to be located close to an airport due to travel requirements.

Benefits

• Estimated salary range: $85,000 to $95,000, based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical location.
• Eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary.
• Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness benefits: mental and financial health.
• Retirement savings (401K) commensurate with standard rewards offered in each location or country.
• Paid time off: 15 days vacation, 12 days holiday/personal days, and 72 hours sick time off.

About the Team

Our buildings don’t just shape our skylines—they provide the backdrop to our lives. Knowing they’re safe matters. We’ve been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining our expertise with innovative new technologies to ensure both people and property are secure. As more people face extreme weather, we test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do helps save lives in buildings around the world. Join our team to build your skills, innovate solutions, and contribute to a safer world.