NEOGOV · 8 hours ago
Inspector Trainee
Gloucester, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$40K/yr - $48K/yrNEOGOV is seeking an Inspector Trainee to join the Gloucester County Building Inspections Department, where you can grow and impact communities. The role involves assisting certified building inspectors in performing technical inspections of various building systems, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Trains in and assists the certified building inspector who performs residential, commercial, industrial building and structure, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical inspections for compliance with the USBC, County ordinances, and related state laws. Reviews newly issued building permits along with plans and specifications; assists and advises contractors and others regarding pertinent regulations
Learns the electronic permitting system to prepare and complete inspection reports and plans review checklists; maintains all necessary reports and records pertaining to inspections and code enforcement work
Learns effective enforcement of state and local building codes, issuing stop-work orders and pursuing other legal remedies, as necessary, to stop violations
Trains in and assists the certified building inspector who investigates complaints with regard to defective construction and work being done without a permit. Takes inspection requests over the telephone, in person, and from call-in line and prepares inspection request forms; testifies in court in code violation cases, as necessary
Attends and participates in meetings, with builders, contractors, material suppliers, and the general public
Reviews and studies Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBS), National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations as well as other County codes and ordinances to stay informed of changes in trade area(s) of expertise; attends training and completes necessary classes to pursue certifications to progress to Building Inspector I
Answers telephone; receives inquiries and provides information or refers inquiries to appropriate personnel
Trains and assists the certified building inspector during disaster assessments
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possession of a high school diploma/GED
Basic knowledge of building construction
Attend DHCD Code Academy following training modules to include core, residential building, and commercial building within 12 months of employment
Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards
Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination. Employee may be subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure he/she meets job-related physical requirements
Preferred
Possession of an Associate's degree in geography, cartography, GIS studies or a closely related field OR any combination of equivalent experience and training
Benefits
Health care coverage
Leave program
Retirement benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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