Building Codes Combination Inspector

Building Codes Combination Inspector

Salary

$54,392.00 - $59,820.80 Annually

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

5601 - (May 2026)

Department

Community Development

Opening Date

05/12/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Do you want to work in a team environment where you have an active role in helping the City with inspections of building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other matters? If so, the Community Development Departments Building Codes Combination Inspector career may be the right fit for you!

The Building Codes Combination Inspector is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $26.15 - $28.76 per hour (equivalent to $54,392 - $59,820 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidates qualifications and experience. You are the ideal candidate for this position if you have a desire to work both in the field and an office environment while performing a variety of work related to inspections of all phases of building plans and construction.

As a Building Codes Combination Inspector, youll be responsible for essential duties to ensure regulatory compliance and community safety, including conducting inspections and re-inspections of residential and commercial structures across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, building, and property maintenance areas. Youll interpret building plans and specifications for compliance, and issue correction notices and stop work orders when construction projects do not adhere to standards.

In the role, youll evaluate existing buildings for hazards, structural issues, or improper use. Additionally, the role requires you to manage code violation complaints for buildings and property maintenance and navigate enforcement challenges per office policies, the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (VUSBC), and in consultation with the Building Official or another supervisor. You may also be required to provide court testimony on code violations.

Furthermore, youll prepare monthly inspection reports and draft property violation maintenance letters, maintaining accurate documentation in accordance with VUSBC. Youll have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge and offer expert assistance to citizens, contractors, and builders, discuss complex code compliance matters, and perform basic plan reviews to ensure all construction projects meet legal and safety standards.

A detailed list of essential functions along with the ideal candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities is available in the Building Codes Combination Inspector class specification.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by coursework in a variety of inspection specialties or related field and considerable (3-5 years) experience in one or more of the building construction trades. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
• Valid drivers license.
• Availability to be on-call for off-hours emergency response and participate in a rotating, stand-by work program.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred but not required for consideration.
• Click here to view the physical requirements of this position.

Special Requirements:

• Certification from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Combination Residential Inspector or the ability to obtain this certification within eighteen (18) months of hire date;
• Certification from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development as a Combination Commercial Inspector and Property Maintenance Inspector or the ability to obtain the certification within thirty-six (36) months of hire date.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• DMV record review; and
• Criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 05/12/2026)

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 8th Grade
• Completed 8th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in one or more of the building construction trades?

• I do not have any experience.
• I have some experience but less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
• I have at least 3 years but less than 5 years of experience.
• I have 5 or more years of experience.

03

Which of the following drivers license do you possess?

• No Valid Drivers License
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid Commercial Drivers Learners License
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B)

04

If I am the successful candidate for this position, I am available to participate in the rotating, stand-by work program and to be on-call for off-hours emergency response.

• Yes
• No

05

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? Please check all that apply.

• Combination Residential Inspector from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
• Combination Commercial Inspector from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
• Property Maintenance Inspector from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
• Other
• None of the above

06

If you answered "Other" to question 5, please list your certification(s) below.

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment