Combination Building Inspector - Chambersburg

About the role

SAFEbuilt provides Community Development services with a team of over 1600 experts across the country. The Building Inspector position offers opportunity for dynamic, motivated self‑starters to work on a variety of assignments, supported by a full complement of resources and exciting projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections during various stages of construction
• Read and examine plans and specifications when required
• Report violations and maintain files/records
• Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

• PA UCC or ICC Building Inspector Certification(s) required
• Additional PA UCC or ICC Inspector Certifications strongly preferred
• Experience in municipal code inspections preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record required

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
• Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions
• Ability to positively interact with staff, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Movement: Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, or kneeling to conduct inspections; ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, or unfinished stairways to access roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other elevated or confined areas.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 25–50 pounds (e.g., inspection tools, plans, or small equipment).
• Vision & Hearing: Visual acuity sufficient to read construction plans, technical documents, and observe construction details; ability to detect safety hazards and defects through visual and auditory inspection; hearing sufficient to communicate with contractors, workers, and the public in noisy environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Use of hands and fingers to handle tools, operate inspection equipment, and use computers/tablets for reporting.
• Work Environment: Work performed in both office and field settings; exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and construction site environments (noise, dust, uneven terrain); frequent driving between inspection sites and company locations within a region.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Matching 401K Plans
• Wellness programs
• Fleet vehicle and fuel card
• Training incentives
• Career progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses

Pay

$40‑$48 hourly