Structural Mechanical Inspector II/III
- Pay
- $48 – $60 per hour
- Location
- Hillsboro, OR · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 19 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Knowledge of Oregon structural, mechanical, and residential specialty codes
- Knowledge of commercial, industrial, and residential construction materials and methods
- Knowledge of building permit procedures
- Ability to read and interpret maps, plans, and engineering drawings
- Ability to interpret plan specifications and compare them to construction in progress
- Ability to determine building occupancy status and fire and life safety requirements
- Ability to maintain accurate and complete records
- Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) and Oregon Residential Inspector or ICC Residential Building Inspector certification
- Structural and Mechanical A level certification from the State of Oregon or ICC commercial Structural and Mechanical certifications
- Valid Oregon driver's license with acceptable driving record
Also useful
- Oregon Residential Electrical or Plumbing certification
- Associate's degree in building inspection-related program
- Plan review experience
About the role
Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the end date listed. Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Job Type: Regular Pay Range: $48.13 - $59.95 Hourly Department: Land Use & Transportation (LUT) FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt About the Opportunity: Washington County is now hiring an Inspector II/III!
The Inspector performs structural and mechanical inspections for all types of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. They also inspect some aspects of residential construction, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing, throughout the entire construction phase for code compliance.
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: State adopted structural, mechanical, and residential specialty codes and/or Oregon Electrical Specialty Code, and/or Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code. Commercial, industrial, and residential construction materials and methods. Building permit procedures. Skills to: Read and interpret maps, plans, documents, and engineering drawings and specifications.
Collect, analyze, and evaluate information and data to make sound judgments, logical decisions, and recommendations. Ability to: Maintain accurate and complete records. Interpret plan specifications and compare them to the construction in progress.
Determine building occupancy status and the appropriate fire and life safety construction requirements To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Inspector III Inspector II Minimum Qualifications Inspector III An Associate's Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent AND a minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience; OR An approved two-year plan review related education program, AND a minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience.
OR An approved one (1) year inspector review related education program, AND a minimum of three (3) years of inspection experience. OR High School Diploma AND A minimum of five (5) years of plans inspection experience. Additional Requirements Possession of the required certifications per the State of Oregon, based on the specialty area (Structural/Mechanical).
Certain positions may require specific combinations of certifications Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) AND Oregon Residential Inspector OR International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector AND Structural Mechanical A level from the state of Oregon OR ICC certification for commercial Structural and Mechanical certifications AND Oregon Residential Electrical OR Plumbing certification Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record Inspector II An Associate's Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent; OR An approved two-year inspection-related education program; OR An approved one-year inspection-related education program AND one (1) year of plans inspection-related or inspection experience; OR High School Diploma or equivalent AND A minimum of two (2) years of inspection experience Additional Requirements Possession of the required certifications per The State of Oregon based on the specialty area (Structural/Mechanical) Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC) AND Oregon Residential Inspector OR International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Building Inspector AND Structural Mechanical A level from the state of Oregon OR ICC certification for commercial Structural and Mechanical certifications Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record Selection Process: You can review our standard selection process here.
Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community. Veterans' Preference: If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources, or email: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application: You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition.
Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. Notice: Washington County is currently undergoing a comprehensive classification and compensation study. The purpose of this project is to create new job descriptions and create new classification and compensation systems. Outcomes of the project will include changes to classification titles, which could impact compensation structures.
No one will have their pay rate lowered because of this project. For represented positions, appropriate bargaining processes will be utilized prior to implementation. Questions? Recruiter: Brighton Bohnenkamp Email Address:
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Our commitment to you: Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment.
From Wacounty's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 22, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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