Pay Range: $26.57 - $33.21/hr.
Job Posting Closing on: Tuesday, November 24, 2026 📅
Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm; Some evening/weekend work required.
Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. Find out More!
The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆
A Combination Inspector job is available with the City of Fort Worth Development Services Inspections Division. The inspections division performs a variety of construction inspection duties including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, sign, and parkway inspections and verifying zoning compliance. With a staff of thirty-four employees, the inspections division performs inspections on a diverse mix of commercial and residential projects for compliance with building codes and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
HS Diploma/GED supplemented by specialized training in building construction or a related field
Three (3) years of experience in building inspection and/or construction related field
Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license at time of hire
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate International Code Conference (ICC) certification as an International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) commercial or a residential inspector within six months of employment AND
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Texas Plumbing Inspector License within one year of employment AND
Possession of, or ability to obtain, one (1) additional ICC certifications and/or State of Texas licenses within a year and a half of employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Building construction inspection experience
ICC certified as a Residential or Commercial Building Inspector
ICC certified as a Residential or Commercial Electrical Inspector and/or possession of a State of Texas issued Journeyman or Master Electrician license
ICC certified as a Residential or Commercial Mechanical Inspector and/or possession of a State of Texas Air Conditioning Contractors license
ICC certified as a Residential or Commercial Plumbing Inspector and/or possession of a State of Texas issued Journeyman or Master Plumbing license
The Combination Inspector job responsibilities include:
Performs complex inspections on multiple permits on industrial, commercial and residential construction sites to ensure that work performed meets City adopted codes and ordinances
Enforces compliance with codes and ordinances including the adopted International Code Conference (ICC) building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, existing building and sign codes and City zoning codes; issues notices for non-compliance and document actions; maintains files and reports for possible legal actions
Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the public in the field and office; explains and interprets code requirements and restrictions
May assist other Combination Inspectors with minor compliance issues and construction projects
Enforces zoning regulations by inspecting existing buildings and premises for change of use or occupancy, proper use of construction materials, and compliance with applicable codes and ordinances
Inspects foundation, structural concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations
Performs customer service by interacting with customers face-to-face, over the telephone or by email
Performs other related duties as required
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Depending on assignment,…