Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector

Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector Print Apply  Property Maintenance & Housing Inspector Salary $20.10 Hourly Location Beaumont, TX Job Type Full Time Job Number 6124 Department Planning & Community Development Division Building Codes Opening Date 05/06/2026

Description Benefits Questions Duties and Responsibilities Essential Job Functions:

Administers and enforces the unsafe structure and housing code ordinances of the City; prepares letters, reports and other communications for management; conducts detailed inspections of buildings and residential structures to determine compliance with ordinances; Enters inspection details into computer system on field i-Pad (results, violations, pictures, etc.); Inspects structures for compliance with the International Property Maintenance; Prepares structures for contractor and City Council; Coordinates and inspects renovation work programs with property owners; serves as a liaison for related activities between the City and other governmental and private entities; investigates housing code complaints, answer related questions and takes appropriate action; inspects work done by contractor; develops and updates specifications and standards for removal of building within the City; may perform inspections with Police Department, Health Department and Fire Department.

Other Job Functions:

Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Working Conditions This position requires 100% on-site work. Works inside and outside; may be exposed to extreme heat and cold, mechanical hazards; explosive hazards, dust/mites hazards, toxic waste hazards, electrical hazards, chemical hazards, gas vapors, and working in potentially unsafe areas of town; will conduct inspections inside substandard unsafe structures; may be exposed to asbestos. Work hours are 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday and extended hours as needed.

Minimum Essential Qualifications Knowledge:

Ability to obtain a working knowledge of ICC Property Maintenance codes/ordinances and of materials, equipment, procedures and practices used in building construction, personal computers and Naviline and Trakit systems; knowledge of administrative practices and procedures; some knowledge of asbestos abatement procedure preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to read; ability to hear; ability to deal with the public; ability to perform mathematical computations; ability to make decisions; ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; ability to develop and implement procedures for office and field work; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with home owners, contractor, governmental officials and the public; ability to interpret and enforce codes and ordinances fairly and effectively; ability to operate a camera and measuring equipment; ability to operate personal laptop computer; ability to operate a motor vehicle, must demonstrate the ability to provide exceptional customer service in all interactions.

Physical Requirements:

Constantly sees, stands, walks, kneels, drives, sorts, files, writes by hand, operates a personal computer, performs data entry, twists body, carries, drags and holds objects weighing up to 30 lbs.; types, climbs, cleans, runs, squats, crawls, operates a calculator, pulls or pushes objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

Education/Experience:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Possess a Code Enforcement Officer certification or obtain such within one year of employment. Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification or any relevant ICC (International Code Council) certification is preferred.

Other :

This position requires 100% on-site work. Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test. Other Must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test. The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704. The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary. All Full-Time Civilian employees have the option to receive medical, prescription, and dental insurance. 01 Do you possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record or another state valid driver's license equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record? Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Yes No 02 Did you receive a high school diploma or an equivalent? Yes No 03 Do you possess a Code Enforcement Officer certification or will you be able to obtain certification within one (1) year of employment? Yes No 04 Do you possess a Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector certification or any relevant ICC (international Code Council) certification? 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