Senior Building Inspector

Job Title : Building Inspector

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

Under general supervision, inspects building construction, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installations; performs plan check, inspection, and testing of new and existing commercial, industrial, and residential structures in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair, to ensure compliance with provisions of current local, state, and federal building and housing codes.

The deadline for the first review of applications is 11 : 59 PM on Monday, September 29, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.

Essential functions include but are not limited to :

• Examines plans, blueprints, and specifications for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings and miscellaneous structures; and performs field inspections to determine compliance with applicable codes and laws relating to new and existing construction.
• Inspects complex single and multi-family residential structures.
• Inspects complex structural systems comprised of various building materials, including but not limited to, concrete, masonry, steel, timber, glass, and composite construction.
• Inspects complex and special occupancies; various types of construction; life safety features, such as fire and smoke protection systems; means of egress; and accessibility.
• Inspects structural, architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, green building, and energy building components.
• Inspects and verifies certificates of occupancy.
• Climbs up and down scaffolding and other objects; and crawls under buildings and other structures.
• Makes judgments as to the acceptability of construction work.
• Provides professional advice and technical assistance to developers, architects, contractors, engineers, homeowners, city staff, and the general public; and refers to other agencies for assistance and / or information.
• Responds to citizen complaints; issues citations; and prepares criminal complaint files.
• Mediates disputes between inspectors and customers.
• Utilizes current technology in the normal course and scope of daily duties, including but not limited to, permitting and inspections software; field hardware, such as hand-held computer devices; communications software and devices; and information systems that integrate, store, edit, analyze, share, and display geographic information.
• Utilizes current standard office software applications to prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
• Prepares correction notices, comprehensive reports, public handouts, and other related documents.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate records, as required.
• Operates office equipment and vehicles during the course and scope of their duties.
• Promotes and provides excellent customer service.
• May appear in administrative hearings and in court as an expert witness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include :

Special requirements include :

Highly desirable :

Selection process :

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time : Online Employment Application Guide . Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include : Oral Interview Examination (Weight of 100%) : We will evaluate the candidates' experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job. Candidates need a minimum passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list. Candidates must achieve a passing score in every component of the selection process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The Human Resources Department may waive one or more examination components. When one weighted examination component is waived, the remaining section will receive a weight of 100%.