Building Inspector

Salary : $51,700.00 - $82,720.00 Annually
Location : County Services Building, 1101 E. First Street Sanford, FL
Job Type: Full Time Employment
Job Number: 2026-03853/17098
Department: DS Building
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
BUILDING INSPECTOR PAY BANDS Provisional License - $51,700 - 1-2 License(s) - $59,455 - 2+ Licenses - $68,373.25

Performs technical work inspecting projects in the unincorporated areas of Seminole County in accordance with applicable County and State codes. Assists the department in achieving its mission and vision statements.

**Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.


**Additional compensation based on licensure.

Essential Functions
Note : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Advises supervisory personnel of any field conditions that are potentially hazardous and/or controversial.
Provides direction and/or technical assistance to contractors and property owners on building projects.
Building Inspector duties are as follows:
Performs timely inspection of new and existing buildings to ensure their structural safety.
Investigates complaints and issues notices of non-compliance with existing building codes.
Reviews technical reports pertaining to building projects.
Enters, retrieves and researches data in the electronic records.
Electrical Inspector duties are as follows:
Performs timely inspection of new and existing buildings to ensure their electrical safety.
Investigates complaints and issues notices of non-compliance with existing codes.
Reviews technical reports pertaining to electrical projects.
Enters, retrieves and researches data in the electronic records.
Plumbing/Gas and Mechanical/Gas Inspector duties are as follows:
Performs timely inspection of new and existing buildings to ensure safe installations of plumbing and/or mechanical and gas systems.
Investigates complaints and issues notices of non-compliance with existing plumbing and/or mechanical and gas codes.


Reviews pertinent technical reports.
Enters, retrieves and researches data in the electronic records.
Additional Duties :

Performs other related work as required.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of high school/GED, five years (5) related experience required and meets the minimum qualifications for certification as a Standard Inspector under F.S. 468, part XII.
Building Inspector must possess standard certification as a Building Inspector as defined by Florida Statute or must attain standard certification within twelve (12) months of employment.
Electrical Inspector must possess standard certification as an electrical inspector as defined in Florida Statute or must attain standard certification within twelve (12) months of employment.
Plumbing/Gas or Mechanical/Gas Inspector must possess standard certification as either a plumbing inspector and/or mechanical inspector as defined by Florida Statute or must attain standard certification(s) within twelve (12) months of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Additional Requirements
Must be proficient in the use of standard office equipment, cell phones and personal computers as well as associated software, including internet explorer, word, excel and outlook.
Must possess the ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
Building Inspector requires thorough knowledge and training in the methods utilized in building construction and inspection. Thorough knowledge of the building and structural requirements contained in the State of Florida minimum building codes.
Electrical Inspector requires thorough knowledge, training and experience in the methods utilized in building construction and inspection. Thorough knowledge of the electrical requirements contained in the State of Florida minimum building codes.
Plumbing/Gas or Mechanical/Gas Inspector requires thorough knowledge, training and experience in the methods utilized in plumbing and/or mechanical and gas construction and inspection. Thorough knowledge of the plumbing and / or mechanical gas requirements contained in the State of Florida minimum building codes.


Ability to work effectively with the general public and other county departments.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.


All employees must attend Seminole County required trainings.

Department Specific trainings per position may be required.
County-paid benefits for employees

Competitive Wages: Our compensation system includes competitive hiring salaries.


Paid Time Off: New full-time employees accrue 20 days per year of Paid Time Off (16 days for 24-hour shift personnel). New part-time employees accrue 83 hours per year of Paid Time Off. Accrual rates increase with service time.
Paid Holidays: We observe 12 paid holidays which includes an employee birthday holiday and a floating Work/Life Day.

Bereavement Leave: Employees may receive up to one week paid leave per fiscal year for absence due to the death of an immediate family member.
Florida Retirement System: All employees in regularly established positions are automatically covered from the first day of employment. Seminole County makes contribution on behalf of the employee and the employee is also required to make a 3% contribution.
Employees Assistance Program: Our EAP provider can help employees and their families with issues such as personal/family matters, financial debt counseling, substance abuse, etc.
Training and Development Program: The Employee Learning Center provides training opportunities for employees which promote performance, enhance employees' work life experiences, and support the organization.
Employee Awards and Recognition: A program to reward outstanding performance and enhance service to the citizens of Seminole County.
Wellness Center: Includes exercise equipment, resource library, and educational programs.
Health Insurance :Health Insurance is effective the first of the month after completing 30 calendar days of employment. Seminole County offers a Point of Service (POS) plan. Dependent coverage is also available, the cost is split between the employee and employer. This benefit is not extended to part-time employees.
Life Insurance: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employees, equal to one times annual salary. Not extended to part-time employees.
Long-Term Disability: Provides 60% of salary after 6 months of disability. Not extended to part-time employees.
Optional benefits (employee-paid) for full-time employees:
Deferred Compensation Plan (457): Employees may choose to have pre-tax payroll deductions made for deposit into this savings plan up to an IRS-established maximum.
Dental Insurance: A choice of 3 plans is available for employees and dependents at employee expense.
Additional Life Insurance: At employee expense, additional life insurance up to five times annual salary; dependent coverage also available.
Short-Term Disability Insurance: 60% of salary for the first six months of disability at employee expense.
Cancer and Specified Disease : Pays a benefit directly to the employee if being treated for this disease.
Flexible Spending Account: Apre-tax account for childcare and un-reimbursed medical expenses.
Pre-Tax Payroll Deductions: Under Section 125 of the IRS Code, certain payroll deductions for insurance coverage may be taken out prior to income being taxed.
01


Do you possess a valid Florida Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a General, Building or Residential Contractor's license?

• Yes
• No

03


What is your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma/GED or HIgher

04


How many years of related experience do you possess?

• 0-4 years
• 5-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10-15 years
• 15+ years

05


Are you certified by the State of Florida as a Standard Building Inspector?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you hold any other Standard Inspector Certifications (other than building) from the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No

07


Do you hold a Standard Building Plans Examiner license from the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you hold any other Standard Plans Examiner licenses (other than building) from the State of Florida?

• Yes
• No

09


How would you rate your PC (Windows and Microsoft Office) skills?

• No computer skills
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced

10


Have you ever been granted a Provisional Building Inspector License in the past?

• Yes
• No

Required Question