Building Inspector Trainee Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $24.38 - $32.15 Hourly
Location : Justice Building - Roseburg, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00053
Department: Building
Opening Date: 07/05/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
Douglas County Building Department
Full time position. Includes excellent benefit package, including medical/vision/dental/long-term disability/basic life coverage and County-paid PERS retirement after required waiting periods.
Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist. Job Summary:
This position performs duties to coordinate the building permit application process between the public and county departments. Technician will provide information to the public related to department procedures; review construction plans and specifications for compliance to appropriate state and local building and planning codes and ordinances; issue building permits; receive and answer public questions; perform inspection duties when necessary.
Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

• Learn to respond to questions regarding permits, specialty codes and compliance procedures to architects, engineers, builders and the public under the guidence of experienced staff.
• Assist with coordinating the permit application process between the public and county and other agencies as necessary. Learn to determine value of structure and necessary permits; compute fees; and issue permits under supervision.
• Assist in reviewing building plans and specifications for compliance with structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire/life safety, zoning, and other applicable codes. Learn to interpret state specialty codes, Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS), Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), and city and county ordinances while documenting plan reviews under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records and learn to use automated permit application and tracking systems to document permit activities and support department operations.
• As needed, participate in field inspections with qualified inspectors to observe and learn inspection procedures for new construction, remodeling, and repairs. Assist with documenting inspection findings, preparing correction notices, and learning enforcement procedures under the direction of certified staff.
• Develop knowledge of applicable building codes, policies, procedures, and customer service practices through on-the-job training.
• Perform related duties and special projects as assigned in support of the Building Offical

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Skills/Qualifications:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:

• Associate's degree plus two years work related experience OR
• Any combination of education, experience or training

Desirable qualifications: Building industry experience is preferred
Required

• Oregon driver's license.
• Regular and consistent attendance

Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes, Oregon Administrative Rules, Oregon specialty codes, city and county ordinances that govern building permit process; considerable knowledge of permitting process; considerable knowledge of coordination between appropriate departments and agencies for permit purposes; considerable knowledge of structural engineering design to determine structural soundness of plans and specifications; considerable knowledge of building construction, mechanical, and plumbing principles, practices, and procedures as applied to construction. Skill to: Read and interpret blue prints, plans, and specifications; conduct plans reviews, use automated permit application tracking systems and equipment. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; establish and maintain records and reports; perform mathematical computations related to permit fees; make decisions independently in accordance with established rules, regulations and codes and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; efficiently manage time; conduct inspections, document findings, determine correction actions, and implement compliance according to appropriate specialty codes; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, builders, architects, engineers, city officials contractors and the public
SCREENING & EVALUATION
Position requires infrequent driving. Finalist will be required to provide a driving history that meets the as part of contingent offer of employment.
While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history backgroundcheck as part of a contingent offer of employment.
To learn more about this position, please review the
Questions? Contact Human Resources by e-mail at or ph: (541) 440-4405
Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity
If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.
Douglas County offers a competitive benefit package for employees working in positions budgeted to work 30 or more hours per week. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, a confidential employee assistance program, deferred compensation account options, and more. Information on county-sponsored benefits can be found at https://www.douglascountyor.gov/256/Employee-Benefits. Vacation and sick leave accrual policies are described in . Benefit options and leave accruals may vary if position includes membership in a collective bargaining unit (union).
Douglas County is a PERS employer. After meeting specific pre-defined service criteria, eligible employees join the (PERS) for retirement benefits.
Please contact the Human Resources Department with questions regarding the benefits associated with this position.
ph: (541) 440-4405