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City of Aiken, SC

Building Inspector

Aiken, SC · On-site

Aiken, SC Job Type: Full-Time Department: City Manager's Office Division: Building Inspections Opening Date: 05/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description The City of Aiken is accepting ...

BPR Consulting Group LLC

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$25 - $45/hr

BPR Consulting Group ( www.bpr-grp.com ) is seeking experienced Building Inspectors to join our ... Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Core Laboratories

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Safety, Honesty and Integrity, Customer Focus, Building Trust, and Employee Development. We regard ... Serve as an Inspector Trainee by learning Saybolt, API, ASTM, and customer guidelines and ...

City of Frisco, TX

Building Inspector

Frisco, TX · On-site

$24.74 - $34.64/hr

Frisco, TX Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 202600069 Department: Development Services Division: BUILDING INSPECTIONS Opening Date: 04/09/2026 Closing Date: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Central Summary Under ...

Aoka Engineering

Building Inspector

Waxahachie, TX · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

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City of Malibu, CA

Building Inspector

Malibu, CA · On-site

$93.38K - $121.84K/yr

Malibu City Hall, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202500078 Department: Community Development ... Building Inspector This recruitment will remain Open Until Filled . Applications will be reviewed ...

Aoka Engineering

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El Paso, TX · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

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As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time building inspector trainee in the United States is $68,881.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Building Inspector Trainee vs Building Inspector?

AspectFull Time Building Inspector TraineeBuilding Inspector
QualificationsHigh school diploma, basic knowledge of building codes, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent, certification or licensing, experience in inspections
Work EnvironmentTraining sites, supervised inspections, learning-focusedIndependent inspections, site visits, code enforcement
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, construction companies, government agenciesMunicipalities, private firms, government agencies

The main difference is that a Full Time Building Inspector Trainee is in a learning phase, gaining experience and training, while a Building Inspector is fully qualified to perform inspections independently. Trainees focus on developing skills, whereas inspectors apply their knowledge to enforce building codes and ensure safety.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Building Inspector Trainee job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,881 per year, or $33.1 per hour.
Building Inspector

Building Inspector

City of Aiken, SC

Aiken, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

420th of 642 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Aiken, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: City Manager's Office
Division: Building Inspections
Opening Date: 05/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
The City of Aiken is accepting applications for a Building Inspector to join our Building Inspections division.
This position inspects buildings and structures to ensure compliance with City building codes and regulations. Reviews plans and performs inspections to assure all new residential and commercial construction and facilities conform to adopted building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and other City and State regulations.
Examples of Duties
  • Receives and reviews building plans for residential and commercial structures and additions and renovations; reviews drawings to ensure conformance to all codes; issues permits and/or informs parties of deficiencies in plans
  • Consults with contractors, developers, architects, property owners, and engineers regarding permit requests; coordinates needed corrections and changes
  • Performs all field inspections of buildings under construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with adopted codes and City and State ordinances
  • Logs all inspection results into City's Building Inspection software program
  • Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with other City departments, outside vendors and the public contacted in the course of work; assists in resolving problems or complaints
  • Assists customers with complaints or requests for information involving construction or inspection issues
Other Responsibilities
  • Attends seminars and studies written materials to maintain knowledge of current practices in the field and code changes; maintains required certification

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum five (5) years building code enforcement experience
  • Necessary ICC certifications to obtain registration with South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation Building Codes Council as a Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector
  • Valid state driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record
  • Ability to communicate professionally with staff members and customers while performing code enforcement duties

Supplemental Information
This position is subject to a criminal background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. The City of Aiken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.
Full-time Benefits include:
Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, life insurance (5x salary), flex health spending account, short-term disability, an employee wellness program, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, paid parental leave, participation in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Retirement Plan, and South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program.
Paid Holidays include:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • Day after Christmas (Dec. 26th)
  • Employee's Birthday
  • Floating holiday (must be on payroll prior to January 1st )

Retirement
Full-time employees participate in the Defined Contribution 401(a) Retirement Plan. After one year of employment, the employee will begin contributing 6% to the Plan, with the City making a matching 6% contribution. Employees are fully vested after 5 years of service.

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