Building Inspector 2

Spokane County

. Conduct in-progress and final on-site inspections of residential, commercial, and complex construction work .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeWashington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,380 - $77,162 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct in-progress and final on-site inspections of residential, commercial, and complex construction work
Inspect footings, foundations, rebar, concrete, masonry, fire sprinkler and alarm systems, framing, fire-resistive construction, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, insulation, roofing, and related work
Interpret and enforce applicable building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, energy, land-use, and County codes
Issue approval, correction, and stop-work notices
Verify manufacturer specifications and installation of appliances and products
Inspect zoning setbacks, grading, soil characteristics, occupancy, egress, addressing, energy compliance, and emergency vehicle access
Enforce conditions imposed by the department or other County agencies
Inspect Factory Assembled Structure installations and verify installation and certification requirements
Review routine residential construction plans and secure required revisions
Coordinate inspections with contractors, property owners, architects, engineers, staff, officials, and outside agencies
Investigate public complaints and resolve or refer alleged code violations
Prepare records, reports, case files, and affidavits for enforcement actions
Provide testimony in court and legal proceedings
Authorize minor as-built variations when safety and function are not compromised
Provide technical and educational information on code requirements, permits, plans, and interpretations
Mentor and assist Building Inspector 1 and specialty inspector staff
May support permit processing and commercial plan review
Maintain current knowledge of Federal, State, and County regulations and legislative processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Three years of applicable full-time industry work experience relevant to the assigned field, including at least one year equivalent to Building Inspector 1
Equivalent combination of industry work experience and college-level and/or professional training in construction inspection and building code enforcement may qualify
Certified ICC Residential Building Inspector
One additional non-electrical certification: ICC Commercial Building Inspector; ICC Mechanical Inspector; ICC/IAPMO Plumbing Inspector; ICC Plans Examiner; or ICC Fire Inspector I or II
Valid driver’s license at time of application, maintained throughout employment
Knowledge of construction, building, plumbing, mechanical, accessibility, energy, zoning, critical-area, fire, and other applicable codes
Knowledge of construction stages, inspection techniques, and code enforcement
Proficiency using personal computers and related software applications
Ability to analyze and prepare legal documents and instruments
Resume including three professional references
Cover letter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employer-paid health and related benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability
Retirement fund contributions
Paid leave
Regular full-time employment
Overtime eligible
Primarily remote work arrangement