Senior Lumber Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Salinas Permit Center, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-00756
Department: Community Development
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide proof of the required education and certification at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department. Applicants with foreign degrees/transcripts must provide U.S. degree equivalency by submitting a credential evaluation report. Applications are incomplete without the required documents and will be disqualified. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all documents are received.
Salary:
Level I: $5,688-$7,260Level II: $6,240-$7,966
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible to receive certification pay of 2.5% for each additional job-related certification, not required for the position and contingent upon Department Director approval, for a maximum of 7.5%. Click for a complete list of benefits.
Summary of Duties: To inspect routine and complex structural building systems at various stages of construction, alteration, repair and relocation; assist in the review of building plans and specifications for compliance with City and State codes and ordinances.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
Level I: This is the entry-level class in the Building Inspector series. Incumbents of this class are responsible for conducting less complex onsite inspections and investigations in one or more of the following areas: structural, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, sewer, water, gas and grading. This class is distinguished from the next higher level by performing inspections and investigations in only some of the specialty areas and within well-defined procedural limits.Level II: This is the journey level class in the Building Inspector series. Incumbents of this class are responsible for conducting the more complex inspections and investigations. This class requires the Combination Building Inspector II to be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class requiring a complete knowledge of department policies and procedures and meet the qualification standards for the class. This class is distinguished from the lower class by performing the more complex and specialized inspections and investigations independently.
Supervision Received and Exercised:Receives general supervision from the Senior Combination Building Inspector. May exercise technical or functional supervision over other building inspection personnel.
Level I: Receives general supervision from the Senior Combination Building Inspector. Exercises no supervision.
Level II: Receives general supervision from the Senior Combination Building Inspector. May exercise technical or functional supervision over other building inspection personnel..
Essential Job Functions

1. Makes field inspections of industrial, commercial and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling to assure compliance with applicable codes and regulations of the City, County, State and Federal agencies
2. Inspects foundation, concrete work, framing, plastering and a large variety of routine structural building system elements such as checking stud, joist, rafter spacing and other structural member factors; examines grade, quality, and treatment of lumber, concrete work, lath, wire and composition
3. May conduct plumbing, electrical or mechanical inspections as needed
4. Assures proper and safe installations of routine building systems
5. Coordinates inspection activities with other City departments
6. Makes field review of plans and specifications; approves inspections or indicates necessary corrective action; prepares reports of inspections or work completed
7. Assists in the conduct of code enforcement inspection work as assigned
8. Ascertains conformance to California Building Code and pertinent provisions of State and local ordinances and laws
9. Assists architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the clarification of codes and ordinances; may issue permit as required
10. May assist plan-checking staff on routine engineering and architectural plan review
11. Completes and maintains a variety of records, reports, documents, and correspondence related to field inspections
12. Promotes and maintains safety in the workplace
13. Performs related duties as assigned

In addition to the duties listed above, Level II:

1. Investigates complaints and code violations; inspects foundation, concrete work, framing, plastering and a large variety of complex structural building system elements
2. Assures proper and safe installations of complex building systems

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Accepted safety standards and methods of building construction
• Building related Codes and ordinances enforceable by the City, specifically, the California Building Code
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work
• Proper inspection techniques to examine the quality of work and materials, and detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard construction practices
• A variety of zoning, general land use and related City codes
• Building and related codes including City codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Determine that construction systems conform to City Code requirements
• Read and interpret building plans, specifications, and building codes
• Advise on standard construction methods and requirements
• Make arithmetical computations rapidly and accurately
• Maintain cooperative working relations with builders, contractors, and the general public
• Apply City codes and policies regarding zoning and other regulations to field situations
• Work independently without supervision
• Enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact

Level I:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: One year experience in the building construction trades at a journey level.
Licenses and Certifications: A valid California Driver's License. Certification as a Building Inspector by the International Code Council or equivalent within one year of date of hire. Certificate must be kept current during the course of employment.
Level II:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Two years of experience as a Building Inspector, including experience conducting inspections for a public agency.
Licenses and Certifications: A valid California Driver's License. Certification as a Building Inspector by the International Code Council or equivalent. Certificate must be kept current during the course of employment.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, climb ladders, and to walk on uneven surfaces; physical strength to lift a ladder up to 50 lbs.; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments and decisions.
A combination of outdoor work inspecting construction sites, and a business office environment. In the office, subject to sitting at a desk completing reports, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal. On the construction job site, walking and standing for long periods of time, work in all types of weather environments, carry and climb ladders, occasionally crawl beneath projects to perform inspections.
Employee must complete SB 1343 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training within six months of appointment and every two years thereafter.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
For questions, please contact Isabel Yzquierdo, Human Resources Technician, at (831) 758-7232 or
Veteran's Preference: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all City of Salinas employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
Selection Process: Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, assessment center and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
Salary Steps: The following applies for Full-Time Regular positions only. Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of the probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a probationary period.)
For a complete listing of benefits, please click to visit the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for this position.