Building Inspector

Job Description

City of Claremont

The Community Development Department is looking for one enthusiastic, highly motivated, outgoing, and customer service-focused Building Inspector to perform combination residential and non-residential inspections.

If you’re seeking a fiscally sound organization with a recently adopted two-year budget and a workplace that values innovation, community engagement, and professional growth, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Ask yourself:

• Are you ready to join a city that challenges convention and values new ideas?
  
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment?
  
• Can you inspire others through leadership, collaboration, and dedication?
  

If you answered yes , consider joining Team Claremont as our next Building Inspector and help shape the future of a city that continues to set the standard for municipal excellence.

SUPPLEMENTAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Candidate applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as well as against the pool of qualified applicants who apply. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview. Dates for recruitment processes are subject to change. Recruitment may close after a sufficient number of qualified applicants are received. All candidates will be notified of their standing in the recruitment process via email.
OPEN DATE: September 1, 2026 CLOSE DATE: September 17, 2026 PANEL INTERVIEW: October 1, 2026

The Position

The Building Inspector position, will be responsible for performing a variety of interesting and challenging inspections of luxury, custom and production homes, new urban townhomes within walking distance of the Village, improvements to existing older housing stock that have a wide-variety of architectural styles and significant historic value, new educational buildings, alterations, and additions to private schools including the internationally known Claremont Colleges, and expansion of the historic downtown village.

Claremont is a charming older community that prides itself on providing excellent quality of life and customer service for its residents. The Building Inspector will be expected to work independently, under general supervision from the Building Official and technical and functional supervision from the Senior Building Inspector, and be able to follow all City policies and codes. They will confer with developers, contractors, architects, engineers, and the general public in the field and office, explain and interpret requirements and restrictions, and issue technical and/or detailed automated permits.

The Building Inspector position is full-time, 38 hours per week, between Monday and Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Hours of work may vary, and some evening and holiday hours may be required.

Ideal Candidate

Experience : One year of experience in building inspections or two years of responsible experience in the journey-level trades.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.
Licenses:

• International Code Council (ICC) Certificate as a certified Building Inspector or obtain an ICC Certificate within one year of employment as a Building Inspector.
• Class C driver's license with a good driving record and keep it in good standing.

Highly Desirable: Two years of college construction inspection or building code coursework is desirable.

For a comprehensive list of duties and requirements, review the job description HERE

Additional Information

BUILDING DIVISION

The Building Division is part of the Community Development Department, which also includes the Planning Division and Engineering Division. These three divisions regulate construction and occupancy of buildings in accordance with local, County, State, and Federal laws. The Building Division has 7 full-time employees which includes 3 employees within the Community Improvement Division.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

This summary highlights select benefits. Comprehensive benefits, pays, and working conditions are outlined in the applicable Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The full MOU is available on the City’s website.

Closing Date/Time: 9/17/2026 1:00 PM Pacific