Assistant Building Official - City of Grapevine, TX : Job Details

Salary : $6,309.23 - $9,148.38 MonthlyLocation : Grapevine, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: BS2508-3Department: Building ServicesDivision: Building Services - AdminOpening Date: 08/22/2025Closing Date: 9/21/2025 5:00 PM Central Job SummaryJOB SUMMARY Assists in overseeing and performing commercial and residential building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing inspection activities within the City. Ensures efficiency of operations through coordination of office and field functions. Performs all plan review duties. Essential FunctionsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Reviews plans for compliance with locally adopted codes (building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), and for compliance with applicable ordinances.2. Meets with homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, etc. regarding code issues as they relate to proposed projects.3. Answers code related questions from the public (in person, by telephone, and through correspondence).4. Conducts on site visits as needed to resolve plan review issues.5. Acts as a liaison between the clerical staff and field inspectors throughout the permit/inspection process.6. Maintains accurate and detailed project plan review files and project plan storage.7. Provides documentation and testimony before various City Boards and Commissions.8. Executes special projects as assigned by the Building Official.9. Performs duties of the Building Official in their absence.10. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.11. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.12. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work. Required SkillsSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES •Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.•Ability to keep up with current technology. •Written and oral communication, organizational, and analytical skills are required.•Must be comfortable working outside comfort zone with a willingness to learn.•Must be a team player who is able to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines. •Ability to provide excellent customer service including a desire to help customers regardless of their circumstance.•Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.•Ability to work irregular hours to meet deadlines. •Ability to maintain positive cooperative working relationships with employees and those contacted in the course of work.•Must be a goal oriented individual capable of responding to a variety of situations in a high-pressure environment.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or related field plus two years of experience as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Must possess one or more of the following International Code Council certifications: Building Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Plans Examiner or Building Official. State of Texas Plumbing Inspectors License is required. Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check, credit check and have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, Ishihara vision test and functional assessment screening (Level 1).WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be occasional exposure to:•Bright/dim light •Dusts and pollen•Extreme heat and/or cold •Wet or humid conditions•Extreme noise levels •Animals/wildlife•Vibration•Fumes and/or noxious odors•Traffic •Moving machinery•Electrical shock •Heights•Toxic/caustic chemicals •Other extreme hazards not listed aboveSafety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform light to medium work that involves walking or standing, use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. This position requires occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities require by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This job requires the ability to work in an office environment where the noise level is usually moderate. DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the City's benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program.The City of Grapevine offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life insurance. Please click HERE to view more information. 01 Do you meet one of the following requirements for the Assistant Building Official position? A bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or related field plus two years of experience as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. None of the above 02 Do you have any of the following International Code Council Certifications: Building Inspector Mechanical Inspector Plumbing Inspector Electrical Inspector Plans Examiner Building Official None of the above 03 Do you have a valid State of Texas Plumbing Inspectors License? Yes No Required Question