Building Inspector II or Senior Building Inspector

Salary: $39.04 - $63.54 Hourly
Location : 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02431
Department: Building & Facilities Services
Division: Building Division
Opening Date: 10/20/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Description
Building Inspector II, or Sr. Building Inspector
Building Inspector II: $76,128 - $118,033 annually

Sr. Building Inspector: $79,950 - $123,903 annually
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Inspects buildings and structures as they are constructed or renovated. Inspects existing buildings for safety and housing code compliance. Enforces all building codes and acts as liaison between the County government and the general public. This is a skilled position, working independently under the general supervision of the Building Official.

Essential Job Duties

• Organize daily inspection load, route, and activities.
• Inspects buildings and structures for compliance with building codes, county ordinances, and other rated laws, and regulations.

• Inspects construction activity for possession of permits.
• Issues violations and/or stop work orders when necessary and reports same to superior immediately with report of same.

• Conducts final inspections of buildings and structures for minor permits such as re-roof, windows, doors, shutters, sheds, etc.
• Inspects fences, signs, billboards, canopies, and other accessory structures for compliance with building and zoning laws.

• Use of computer for permitting and inspection system, resulting inspections, adding inspections, taking photos, accessing documents, researching, citing code sections, maps, producing reports, issuing Notice of Violations, Stop Work Orders, and emails.

Typical Requirements
Education/Experience:
Building Inspector II:
High school graduate/GED supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years documented experience working in construction (Journeyman level, superintendent, project manager, or equivalent), inspection, and plans examination, or associate degree in engineering/building technology or related field. An associate's degree may be considered to satisfy two (2) years of required experience. Contractor's license may be considered to satisfy some experience.
Sr. Building Inspector:
High school graduate/GED supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years documented experience working in construction (Journeyman level, superintendent, project manager, or equivalent), inspection, and plans examination, or associate degree in engineering/building technology or related field. An associate's degree may be considered to satisfy two (2) years of required experience. Contractor's license may be considered to satisfy some experience.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
Building Inspector II:

• Must possess or have the ability to immediately obtain provisional licenses in a minimum of two (2) State Standard certifications in a primary discipline as a Building Inspector.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

Sr. Building Inspector:

• Must possess a minimum of four (4) State Standard certifications in a primary discipline as a Building Inspector and/or Plans Examiner.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of the county, state, and federal building codes, and interpretation of the codes in previous similar situations.

Physical ability to inspect building sites and climb ladders and/or stairs to perform inspections. Ability to communicate code requirement violations tactfully to contractors, builders, and owners.

Ability to read and understand construction plans in order to determine if construction meets required codes and standards.

Ability to schedule day's activities and complete report forms.

Knowledge and ability to use a computer with basic skills.

Must possess excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain a friendly demeanor.

Ability to resolve conflict in a diplomatic manner.
Supplemental Information
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Work is performed outside under various types of weather conditions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.