Multi Trade Inspector Level III

About the role

The Richmond County Building Inspections Team is seeking a multi-trade level II or level III inspector. This position will be responsible for inspections on Level II and Level III projects across the county and may include plan review assignments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects throughout the process to ensure that code regulations are met.
• Enforce state and local building codes, pursuing legal remedies if necessary to stop violations; recommend judicial actions and may be required to testify in court against violators of the State building code.
• Advise contractors in interpreting and applying code regulations.
• Notify responsible parties of defects and re-inspect to determine if corrective actions have been taken; issue stop orders if necessary.
• Record required inspection results for each job for future reference.
• Maintain records of inspections and prepare necessary reports.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Perform inspections of residential and commercial building projects for compliance with North Carolina building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical codes.
• Accurately document inspections performed, determinations made, and corrective actions taken.
• Review permit applications and plans; note corrections to meet code standards.
• Answer inquiries by phone or in person.
• Research building codes.

Requirements

Building Code Official II: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, building construction, or a related field; three (3) to four (4) years of experience in construction, building management, and/or maintenance (or equivalent combination); minimum Level II certifications in all four trades (fire not required).

Building Code Official III: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, building construction, or a related field; four (4) to five (5) years of experience in construction, building management, and/or maintenance (or equivalent combination).

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Standard Level II certifications in all four trades (for Level II) or Standard Level III certifications in all four trades (or ability to obtain within a two‑year period) for Level III.
• Preferred candidate holds Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Level III Certifications from NCOSFM or can obtain them within a reasonable time.

Pay

Salary range based on experience, qualifications and certifications held from NCOSFM: Building Code Official II ($51,000.14–$67,543.76) and Building Code Official III ($57,356.46–$75,967.72). The preferred candidate will hold Building, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Level III Certifications from NCOSFM or be able to obtain within a reasonable amount of time.

Schedule

This role will require evening and weekend hours on an as‑needed basis dependent on inspection demands.