What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector position at City of Vacaville?
With more than 600 employees, the City of Vacaville values work-life balance and offers every other Friday off, employee social and wellness activities, casual dress days, competitive pay and a generous benefits and retirement package.
The City of Vacaville is located within Solano County. Measuring 29.09 square miles and equipped with biotechnology and advanced manufacturing initiative, the City of Vacaville attracts diverse types of development to its community, from new large-scale industrial and commercial development to residential tract subdivisions, apartment communities, custom homes, and nonresidential tenant improvements.
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
- This is an exciting time to come work at the City of Vacaville with several new master planned communities in development such as Lower Lagoon Valley, Greentree, and Robert’s Ranch.
- The Community Development Department has 18 full-time staff and an excellent reputation for being a diverse group of committed individuals who are advocates for the built environment of our community.
- You will be part of a team that is the face of the City outside of City Hall, conducting inspections while developing and nurturing strong relationships with a diverse group of customers.
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to be a part of an organization that prides itself on customer service and a department that fosters camaraderie and team building.
- We are dedicated to continually improving the City, with an emphasis on working collaboratively to promote equity and equality and keep Vacaville moving forward.
The Building Inspector is an exciting and dynamic position. It is responsible for inspecting all types of building structures at various stages of construction for compliance with applicable Title 24 regulations, State statutes, local regulations, and ensuring safe construction in accordance to approved plans. The Building Inspector also provides information related to the building and inspection process to the public, contractors and builders and may assist in joint inspections with other City departments.
The City of Vacaville invites applications for the position of Building Inspector. Currently, (1) vacancy exists in the Community Development Department. This recruitment process will create an eligibility list for this position which can be used to fill other vacancies, within this classification, that may develop in the next twelve (12) month period.
Salary Information:
$86,569- $105,225/Annually
Working for the City of Vacaville comes with an excellent benefits package, including:
- Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premium, other plans are also available
- Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
- Healthcare double coverage opt-out incentive of $3,000 per year for eligible employees
- Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment up to $2,200 per fiscal year
- Deferred compensation plan with City contribution, no employee match required
- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
A complete job description can be found here.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have:
- A background in construction, engineering, or a related field
- Familiarity with building codes and regulations
- A strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks
- Possesses a growth mindset
- Values the importance of a team
- Adapts to a continuous learning environment
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level coursework in construction technology, engineering, architecture, or other related field.
Experience: Three years of journey level experience in one or more major construction fields such as building, electrical or plumbing.
License or Certificate: Possession of a Building Inspector Certificate or Combination Inspector Certificate issued by the International Code Council (ICC), or other recognized agency, is a condition of passing probation.
Possession of a valid Class C or higher California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30 p.m., Monday, August 10, 2026.
Oral Board Interviews for this position are tentatively scheduled for the week of August 24th.Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.gov. Application packets may also be requested in person at Human Resources or by calling (707) 449-5101. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.
IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address which you check on a regular basis.
For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click on the link below:
Human Resources FAQ | Vacaville, CA
Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include a Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), a complete medical exam, DMV record review, and drug screen.
Salary : $86,570 - $105,225