Salary : $98,217.60 - $117,915.20 Annually
Location : City of Pasco, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Community & Economic Development
Division: Inspection Services
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION
LOCATION: City of Pasco, WA (on-site)

SALARY: $47.22 - $56.69 Hourly / $98,217.60 - $117,915.20 Annually, depending on qualifications

JOB TYPE: Regular/Full-Time

UNION STATUS: Non-Union

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, opportunity for flex scheduling if dept allows

CLOSING DATE: 9/3/2026
THE ROLE:
As a Building Inspector, you will play a critical role in supporting safe, high-quality construction and development within the City of Pasco by conducting field inspections to ensure compliance with applicable building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, energy, accessibility, and municipal codes.

This position conducts field inspections of structures during construction, reviews construction plans and specifications, identifies discrepancies or code-related concerns, and issues correction or stop work notices when code violations are observed. The Building Inspector also provides technical interpretation to contractors and others regarding building plan review, code application, and inspection activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with building construction and building codes, strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to enforce regulations fairly, firmly, and factually. This role requires clear communication, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with developers, contractors, architects, engineers, owners, suppliers, trade personnel, City staff, and members of the public to support safe and compliant construction practices.

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REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience with both building construction and building code.
• Valid Washington State driver license.
• ICC Building Inspector certification at the time of hire or prior to completion of probationary period required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in local government.
• Experience conducting residential, commercial, or industrial building inspections.
• Experience interpreting and applying building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, energy, accessibility, and municipal codes.
• Experience reading and interpreting building plans, specifications, and blueprints.
• Strong communication, customer service, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, developers, design professionals, City staff, and the public.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• The City offers a full benefits package for the employee and all eligible dependents covered at low premiums including:
• Medical coverage is available at tiered monthly rates based on plan selection and coverage level. Dental coverage is available at $11.59/month and vision coverage at $6.54/month.
• Basic life insurance paid for by the City and employee sponsored supplemental life insurance.
• 12 days of vacation during the 1st year of employment and 12 days of sick leave which are available for use upon accrual.
• 10 holidays, plus each employee receives 1 floating holiday each year.
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), which offers a guaranteed monthly benefit once vesting criteria has been met.
• In addition to DRS, employees may also contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, that offers a pre-tax contribution of 4% from the City.
• Other benefits offered: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Plan, Long-Term Disability, Aflac, and Flexible Schedule, per department approval.

SAFETY/WORK CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed outside in the field and in the office.
• Environment: Duties are performed in varying weather conditions.
• Physical: Frequently ascends and descends ladders, moves about construction sites, and operates equipment to perform building inspection duties.
• Hazards: Physical hazards may include heavy equipment, traffic, air pollution, and chemicals.
• This position is subject to 24-hour call back for emergency conditions and may be required to perform inspections during late nights, early mornings, weekends, or during events where large groups of people are present.

01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have with both building construction and building code?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

03

Do you currently possess an ICC Building Inspector certification, or are you able to obtain it prior to completion of the probationary period?

• Yes, I currently possess the certification
• No, but I am able to obtain it within the required timeframe
• No

Required Question