Building Inspector - Combination/Senior

The Position

Building Inspector - $7,394.40 - $8,989.07 monthly

Combination Building Inspector - $8,164.00 - $9,921.60 monthly

Senior Combination Building Inspector - $9,113.87 - $11,077.74 monthly

This unique classification offers the successful candidate the ability to promote from Building Inspector to Combination Building Inspector or Senior Combination Building Inspector without a competitive recruitment, upon recommendation of the Department Head after a performance evaluation review, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications and demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Looking for a rewarding opportunity to serve a growing community? The City of Ontario's Building Department has an exciting opportunity to join the City's team. The successful candidate will be hired as a Building Inspector, Combination Building Inspector or Senior Combination Building Inspector depending on the candidate's qualifications and needs of the department. Incumbents will have the opportunity to promote to the Combination or Senior Combination Building Inspector classifications upon the department's recommendation and meeting all requirements.

This classification plays a pivotal role in the daily operation of the Building Department's field inspection activities. The ideal candidate for this classification will have the ability to provide excellent service to our community through teamwork, solid communication, and responsiveness. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be a strong resource to our community, developers, and internal staff. Even more, the successful candidate will embody the Department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player"- Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy– Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

The Following Procedures Will Apply:

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List.
• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
  
  

The Building Department

The mission of the Building Department is to contribute to Ontario's economic development and protect the lives and safety of Ontario's citizens and its visitors, by providing timely and professional plan review and inspection services to ensure buildings and projects are built and developed in compliance with all applicable municipal and state code requirements.

The City of Ontario

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City’s team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

The City’s Vision For The Future Is Very Exciting, And We Foresee Tremendous Growth Within The Years To Come. We Welcome You To View The City Of Ontario’s 2026 State Of The City Video By Clicking On The Link Below As Well As The Other Links To Learn More About The City:

State of the City

The Ontario Plan

Smart Ontario

Downtown Ontario

Examples Of Essential Functions

The following essential functions are typically performed by the Building Inspector classification:

• Reviews and conducts field inspections on various phases of residential and commercial building activity and ensures compliance with city and state building codes and ordinances.
• Inspects, detects, and locates inadequate and deficient work and materials, determines stage of construction, alteration or repair, records information and informs permit applicant and appropriate staff of findings.
• Receives and responds to complaints or questions, interprets, and explains building codes and ordinances to builders, contractors, homeowners, and interested parties and provides recommendations.
• Re-examines and re-inspects completed installation of work and use of proper materials when construction, alterations, repairs or required corrections are made.
• Communicates and confers with various agencies and departmental staff, verifies and confirms field sites have obtained building plan, specification and construction approval and possession of appropriate permits.
• Analyzes, reviews, and checks plans in the field, advises contractors and makes recommendations, and assists with code enforcement duties as necessary.
• Prepares and maintains inspection records and related documentation, notes violations and recommends corrective action; enters data into computer and informs supervisor of findings.
• Complies and researches building and code documentation and relates technical information and assists supervision with various special projects and assignments necessary.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

In addition to the essential functions above, the Combination Building Inspector typically performs the following essential functions:

• Reviews, examines, approves, and conducts field inspection on various phases of residential, commercial, and industrial building activity and ensures compliance with city and state building codes and ordinances.
• Reviews and examines plans; assists with code compliance problems.
• Performs inspections and examines facilities, pipelines, conduits, and appurtenances ensuring compliance with California Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes and California Title 24 Energy and Accessibility Standards.
• Interfaces and meets with various agency representatives, including public safety, code enforcement, Health Department and Human Society, and assists with providing technical information as necessary.
  
  

In addition to the essential functions above, the Senior Combination Building Inspector typically performs the following essential functions:

• Reviews, examines, approves, and conducts field inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial building plans and determines and ensures compliance with city and state codes and ordinances including: California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes and California Title 24 Energy and Accessibility Standards.
• Analyzes and reviews structural engineering designs and verifies and checks calculations on submitted plans to make appropriate plan check processing.
• Evaluates, reviews, and logs reports and related documentation and information, including engineering reports, soil analysis report, and other related test reports from various agencies.
• Identifies and describes inadequacies and deficiencies with submitted plans, makes corrections and recommendations, records other departmental comments and notifies applicant.
• Receives and responds to building code, ordinance or plan check inquires or questions and provides advice and recommendations by public telephone or counter customer service within a timely manner.
• Observes and detects inappropriate plan designs or probable construction problems and informs and explains related information to building inspectors as necessary.
• Prepares and maintains correspondence and various technical reports by updating computer permits and plan check tracking systems and utilizing applicable word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Communicates and confers with various agencies including, architects, engineers, contractors, and in-house professional departmental staff to resolve issues and problems with proposed project designs and plans.
• Verifies and completes plan check approval process of construction plans and issues permits as notified and finalized.
• Complies and researches technical information and provides code interpretation and recommendations to assist supervisor with various special projects and assignments as necessary.
• Assists in the training of and provides daily technical assistance to Building Inspectors and Combination Building Inspectors.
• May act as a supervisor in the absence of the Supervising Building Inspector.
  
  

Qualification Guidelines

Building Inspector

Education

High School diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience

Three (3) years of construction management experience as a Construction Superintendent, Construction Manager or a comparable position; or one (1) year of experience conducting building inspections as a certified Building Inspector.

Desirable

Previous experience working for a public agency, and certified International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector or International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector.

Licenses

Valid Class C California driver’s license and acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Certification

As a Condition Of Continued Employment, Employees In This Classification Must Obtain One Of The Following Certifications Prior To The End Of Their One Year Probationary Period:

• International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector
• International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector
  
  

Advancement

A Building Inspector may be considered for advancement to Combination Building Inspector upon meeting the qualification guidelines, completing all training requirements, receiving satisfactory performance evaluations, and recommendation from management.

Combination Building Inspector

Education

High School diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in building inspections, including experience with code and permit procedures.

Desirable

Previous experience working for a public agency. Course work or experience in building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical construction. State Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes and contractors license laws, Title 24 Energy and Accessibility Standards.

Licenses

Valid Class C CA driver's license and an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment in this classification.

Certification

Possession Of The Following Valid Certifications:

• International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector
• International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector
  
  

Please attach copies of your valid certifications to your online application using the systems attachment function.

Advancement

Combination Building Inspector may be considered for advancement to Senior Combination Building Inspector upon meeting the qualification guidelines, completing all training requirements, receiving satisfactory performance evaluations, and recommendation from management.

Senior Combination Building Inspector

Education

High School diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience

Five (5) or more years of experience in building inspections, code and permit procedures.

Desirable

Previous experience working for a public agency. In depth knowledge of State Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes and contractors license laws, Title 24 Energy and Accessibility Standards.

Licenses

Valid Class C CA driver's license and an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment in this classification.

Certification

Possession Of The Following Valid Certifications:

• International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector
• International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector
  
  

Possession of four of the following valid International Code Council (ICC) certifications is required:

• Residential Electrical Inspector
• Residential Mechanical Inspector
• Residential Plumbing Inspector
• Commercial Electrical Inspector
• Commercial Mechanical Inspector
• Commercial Plumbing Inspector
  
  

Please attach copies of your valid certifications to your online application using the systems attachment function.

Supplemental Information

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
  
  

A resume may be attached to your application but will NOT substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in disqualification from the selection process.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you may be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, partial information, or AI-generated responses may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.

The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here www.ontariocityemployees.org.

Employees in this classification are represented by Teamsters Local 1932. For a list of benefits for Teamsters employees please click here 2025 Teamsters Benefit Guide.

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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on your application and the following supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility and to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information or AI-generated responses may result in disqualification from the selection process. Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate "see resume" are considered incomplete. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read the job bulletin and these instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. Additionally, I certify that my application and supplemental answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and I understand that my responses are subject to verification.

• Yes, I understand the above statement.
  
  

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Do you have a High School diploma or recognized equivalent?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Building Inspector Classification: Please indicate the number of years of experience you have in construction management as a Construction Superintendent, Construction Manager, or in a comparable position. This experience must be clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of your application. Note: If you do not wish to be considered for the Building Inspector classification, please select "N/A" (Not Applicable) in response to this question.

• N/A
• No experience
• Less than one year
• One year to less than two years
• Two years to less than three years
• Three years or more
  
  

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Building Inspector Classification: Will you be substituting one (1) year of experience conducting building inspections as a certified Building Inspector, to substitute for the three (3) years of construction management experience as a Construction Superintendent, Construction Manager or a comparable position? If so, please attach your certification to your application and clearly identify your certificate(s) within the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. This experience must be clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of your application. Note: If you do not wish to be considered for the Building Inspector classification, please select "N/A" (Not Applicable) in response to this question.

• Yes
• No
• N/A
  
  

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Combination Building Inspector and Senior Building Inspector Classification: Please indicate your years of experience in building inspections, including experience with code and permit procedures. This experience must be clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of your application. Note: If you do not wish to be considered for the Combination Building Inspector or Senior Building Inspector Classification, please select "N/A" (Not Applicable) in response to this question.

• N/A
• No experience
• Less than one year
• One year to less than two years
• Two years to less than three years
• Three years to less than four years
• Four years to less than five years
• Five years or more
  
  

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Do you possess any of the following valid International Code Council (ICC) certifications? Check all that apply. Please attach certifications to your application and clearly detail your certificate(s) within the Certificates and Licenses section of your application.

• Residential Building Inspector
• Commercial Building Inspector
• Residential Electrical Inspector
• Residential Mechanical Inspector
• Residential Plumbing Inspector
• Commercial Electrical Inspector
• Commercial Mechanical Inspector
• Commercial Plumbing Inspector
• None of the Above
  
  

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Do you have experience working with a public agency?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Based on your experience which position, would you like to be considered for?

• Building Inspector
• Combination Building Inspector
• Senior Combination Building Inspector
• Required Question