Closes 24-Jul-2026 (CST) Building Safety -Dept #5900 Edinburg, TX, USA 21.18 per hour Hourly Full Time The City offers excellent benefits including paid holidays, vacation/sick leave, health, dental, life, and disability insurance, retirement system and optional deferred compensation programs. Building Inspector City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Building Inspector to perform functions within the Building Safety Department. Are you seeking engaging work ? Do you wish to advance your career in Building Safety? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading! This Building Inspector position earns competitive pay of $21.18/hr . We provide great benefits and perks , including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) . Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers . If this sounds like the right opportunity to work with a fast-paced department, apply to join our team today !

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work. Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation , exceptional PTO opportunities , and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives . We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUILDING INSPECTOR

This position ensures buildings comply with codes and ordinances. Performs building inspections including ensuring public health and safety. Some other duties include maintaining residential and commercial electrical, plumbing and mechanical licenses and certifications. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support as needed. The city needs someone like you with great people skills in providing excellent customer service to all our customers, and finds genuine enjoyment in what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN BUILDING INSPECTOR

High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency. Three (3) years of building inspector experience. Prefer applicant obtain Certification as an International Code Council Inspector within one (1) year of employment. Must obtain State Plumbing Inspector License by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners within two (2) years of employment. Bilingual English/Spanish Are you someone who can handle multiple tasks? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for the Building Inspector job!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right skills to succeed as our Building Inspector , apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location:

78541 Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration. Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.