Class Summary
Base salary hiring ranges
Building Inspector I: $44,447.00 to $51,114.00
Building Inspector II: $52,567.00 to $60,452.00
Building Inspector III: $57,165.00 to $65,740.00
The function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents, visitors, property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encourage high quality development as well as maintenance and revitalization of existing neighborhoods. The department includes six divisions: The Administrative Division; the Development Division; the Planning Division; the Building Division, the Housing and Community Development Division and the Code Enforcement Division.
Job Description
The Building Inspector I, II, and III positions are responsible for the inspection of residential and commercial construction sites for compliance with structural, mechanical (heating, ventilation, air conditioning), electrical, plumbing, and erosion control code and ordinance requirements, and applicable approved plans.
Essential Duties
- Conducting field inspections of residential and commercial buildings and structures
- Preparing reports, forms, citations, and other code compliance information, and documenting in the department databases
- Responding to inquiries and concerns received from contractors, homeowners, and other customers pertinent to building construction and erosion control code compliance and corrective actions
- Performing other duties that support the objectives of the Inspections Section
- Assisting lower-level personnel with the interpretation of applicable codes, ordinances, and laws, and the inspection of construction sites (BUILDING INSPECTOR III ONLY)
Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications For Building Inspector I
- High School Diploma or G.E.D, and two (2) years of related construction or trades experience;
- Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position;
- Valid Driver’s License from the state of residency;
- NPDES Level 1B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment;
- Must successfully obtain one (1) ICC or BOAG inspector certification according to the area of assignment within one (1) year of employment.
Minimum Qualifications for Building Inspector II
- High School Diploma or G.E.D, and three (3) years of related construction or trades experience to include one (1) year of code enforcement/inspection experience;
- Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position;
- Valid Driver’s License from the state of residency;
- NPDES Level 1B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment;
- Must have one (1) ICC or BOAG inspector certification according to the area of assignment.
Minimum Qualifications for Building Inspector III
- High School Diploma or G.E.D, and five (5) years of related construction or trades experience to include three (3) years of code enforcement/inspection experience;
- competently perform the essential duties of the position;
- Valid Driver’s License from the state of residency;
- NPDES Level 1B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment;
- Must have one (1) ICC or BOAG Certification according to area of assignment;
- Must have the ICC Residential Combination Inspector certification or equivalent BOAG Inspector Certification or possess a State of Georgia contractor license and successfully obtain an ICC Residential Combination Inspector certification or equivalent within two (2) years of employment;
- Must have the ICC Commercial Building Inspector or equivalent BOAG Inspector certification or possess a State of Georgia contractor license and successfully obtain one (1) ICC or equivalent BOAG certification according to area of assignment within one (1) year of employment.
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements for the Building Inspector I, please click here . The grade for this position is B22(2).
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements for the Building Inspector II, please click here . The grade for this position is B24(2).
For information related to position-specific essential duties, knowledge and skills, and physical requirements for the Building Inspector III, please click here . The grade for this position is B25(2).
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
For more information about this department, please click here .
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.
The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.
The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests;
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