CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR

Date:

May 18, 2026

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Compensation:

$28.05 - $37.87-hour

DOQ Job Title:

Full-time Applications Accepted:

Opened Until Filled The City of Hitchcock is seeking qualified applicants for the position of City Building Inspector. Interested candidates must complete and submit a City of Hitchcock Employment Application, Background Release Form, current resume, and three (3) job-related references. The application may be completed online at www.cityofhitchcock.org. Submit resume, three (3) job-related references, and completed Employment Application and Background Release Form to Community Development Director, City of Hitchcock, 8102 Highway 6, P.O. Box 48, Hitchcock, Texas 77563, or by email development@cityofhitchcock.org . You may also obtain an application and release form at City Hall and submit a resume, three (3) job-related references, and a completed employment application to the City Administrator, City of Hitchcock, 8102 Highway 6, P.O. Box 48, Hitchcock, TX 77563, or by fax 409-986-6903. An employment application may be downloaded from the City's website at www.cityofhitchcock.org.

Qualifications:

JOB SUMMARY

Under general administrative direction, performs plan reviews, building inspection activities; enforces zoning regulations; enforces building and fire codes, and health and safety codes related to the maintenance of buildings and property in the city; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Responsible for the enforcement of city building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas, and Land Use codes; makes field inspections of buildings and building construction to ensure code compliance; inspects commercial and institutional buildings, as necessary, for compliance with applicable codes. Assists with administering zoning ordinance regulations, such as verification of proper zone prior to issuance of a permit; assists with maintenance of the comprehensive land use plan and zoning map; assists in reviewing and processing zone change requests and development proposals. Reviews building plans; interprets code and advises citizens, builders, contractors, etc. on related inquiries; coordinates with City Permit Clerk, Building Official, and Fire Marshal to assure timely issuance of permits, including Certificates of Occupancy. Considerable interaction with the public, including timely and effective response to citizen complaints. Works with Code Enforcement to investigate complaints and inspect properties for violations of ordinances pertaining to weeds, rubbish, junked cars, substandard buildings, and other health and safety regulations; initiates action in municipal court when necessary; attends court cases where violations have been filed. Works with the Building Standards Commission; works with the Galveston County Health Department; works with citizens to ensure compliance when violations are found. Reads, writes, and converses in the English language; Spanish as a second language is desirable; prepares correspondence; prepares forms and notices; writes reports and keeps records relating to departmental activities; displays good decision-making abilities; communicates effectively, courteously, and clearly with other employees and the public by telephone, in person, or in writing; presents information on departmental matters at public meetings, when necessary; assist with preparation of departmental budget. Attends training and seminars and other city-related events which may require travel, occasionally overnight; ability to stand, walk for extended periods, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, and climb for brief periods while performing on-site inspections; safely operates motor vehicle; works indoors and outdoors, sometimes in extreme temperatures and inclement weather; and some exposure to dust, odor, electrical, mechanical, and toxic hazards, using proper safety precautions.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Operates personal computer, mobile phone, scanner/copier, and various other office equipment. Demonstrates professional telephone skills; lifts and carries up to 50 pounds; pulls, pushes, or drags up to 100 pounds; performs routine and minor maintenance chores. Position is considered Essential Personnel and subject to after-hours and weekend call-out for emergency and critical situations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION. DEGREES. CERTIFICATES. AND LICENSE

High school graduate or equivalent; Associate degree desired; Texas Driver s License and good driving record; state certification as Code Enforcement Officer or ability to obtain within one year of employment; and must be a licensed plumbing inspector by the State of Texas and hold at least two or more state licenses in mechanical, electrical, building, gas, or energy codes.

EXPERIENCE. TRAINING. KNOWLEDGE. AND SKILLS

Three years experience as a combination (building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy, gas and fire) inspector; extensive knowledge of the International Building Codes, FEMA Flood and Texas Windstorm requirements; knowledge and experience in reading and interpreting building plans and drawings; knowledge of legal procedures involving enforcement of codes and ordinances; ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in the English language; ability to use tact and diplomacy; strong team player with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate with departmental personnel, other city employees, contractors, and the public; and ability to work without constant supervision. Equal Opportunity Employer