Building Inspector II - Joshua Tree Salary $67,017.60 - $92,102.40 Annually
Location: Throughout San Bernardino County, CA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 26-02065JT-01 Department: Land Use Services Opening Date: January 26, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous
Benefits --------
The Job --------
Build a better, safer future for business and residents in one of the largest, most diverse counties in the U.S. San Bernardino Countys Land Use Services Department is looking for Building Inspectors II - Joshua Tree to join a dynamic team dedicated to outstanding service, innovation, and teamwork.
Building Inspectors II are responsible for the enforcement of building standards to protect the publics health, safety, and property. Building Inspectors enforce compliance with codes, ordinances, and regulations concerning building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, energy, and disabled access. Inspections include a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects under construction, including new, altered, repaired, and completed structures.
For more detailed information, review the Building Inspector II job description.
Eligible List -------------
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies at the JOSHUA TREE location ONLY, which require travel throughout assigned region and throughout the County as needed. Joshua Tree is approximately 80 miles from Downtown San Bernardino.
Excellent Benefits ----------------
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Conditions of Employment ----------------------
Pre-Employment Process: Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.
Certification: Incumbents must maintain certification in the appropriate field from a recognized state, national, or international association as determined by the County Building Official. Incumbents shall complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education for every 3-year period.
Location: This position is located in Joshua Tree. Failure to accept the position due to location will result in immediate removal from the eligible list.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Physical: May require frequent climbing, kneeling, crawling, lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 25 pounds; working on rough, uneven, rocky, or slippery surfaces; and regularly working at heights over ten (10) feet.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements -------------------
Candidates must possess one (1) Certification Option AND one (1) Experience Option to qualify.
Certification Options -------------------
Experience Options -----------------
Desired Qualifications ----------------------
The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in CA Building codes, ordinances and regulations.
Selection Process -----------------
Application Procedure: Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
EEO/ADA --------
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation -----------------
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference -------------------
Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
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San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information.
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
Instructions ------------
The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Resumes will NOT be reviewed to determine qualifications. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted.
Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
Location ---------
This position is located in Joshua Tree. Joshua Tree is approximately 80 miles from Downtown San Bernardino.
Indicate your willingness to work in Joshua Tree. Note: Failure to accept the position due to location will result in removal from the eligible list.
I am available to work in Joshua Tree. I am NOT available to work in Joshua Tree. I understand by selecting this option my application will be removed from further consideration.
Certifications -------------
Indicate the ICC (or equivalent) California Building Code Inspection Certifications you possess. Ensure these are clearly identified in the Certifications section of your application.
Residential Building Residential Plumbing Residential Electrical Residential Mechanical California Commercial Building Inspector Other None of the above
Do you have experience working with CA Building codes, ordinances and regulations? Yes No
Do you have experience in writing reports, i.e. construction daily reports? Yes No
Do you have experience dealing with the general public as it relates to construction activity? Yes No
Experience: Indicate which areas you possess experience related to construction.
Building Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Other None
Describe your experience in a public Building and Safety agency as a combination building inspector where the primary duty is inspecting building, mechanical, plumbing and electrical projects for compliance with nationally recognized model codes and applicable state and federal regulations, and with the authority to issue notices of correction and violation. Include position title, employer, and dates of employment where experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
Describe your experience complying with public agencies on approved plans in a construction trade or closely related field. Include your position title, employer, and dates of employment where experience was obtained. If no experience, indicate "N/A".
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Do not share this email with others and adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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