BUILDING INSPECTOR

Salary: $5,775.47 - $7,742.80 Monthly

Location : Torrance, CA

Job Type: Permanent Full-time

Job Number: 25113531

Department: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Division: CD Building Regulations

Opening Date: 11/13/2025

DESCRIPTION

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.

The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Building Inspector to be a part of the Community Development Department!

The DepartmentAdvancing a Safe, Accessible and Sustainable Built Environment

The Community Development Department plays a vital role in the continued development, sustainable growth, and success of Torrance. CDD maintains the Building and Safety, Engineering, Environmental (Code Enforcement), the Geographic Information System (GIS) and Mapping, Housing, and Planning Divisions, which serve the community by overseeing redevelopment, comprehensive planning, zoning, housing programs, project planning, permitting, environmental stewardship, NPDES and building and code enforcement.

Responsibilities of the Community Development Department include:

Building Permits & Online Permitting

Code Enforcement

Construction Plan Check and Inspections

Development Review and Comprehensive Planning

Engineering Permits and Records

GIS

Housing Programs (including Section 8)

NPDES Administration

Successor Agency to the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Torrance

Survey Information

Transportation Planning

The Division

The main purpose of the Building & Safety Division is to protect and promote public health, safety and general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings and structures. To accomplish this purpose, the Building & Safety Division provides inspections for new construction, buildings and remodeling of structures for compliance with the local, state and federal laws. One of the primary goals of the Building & Safety Division is to provide guidance to the public on safe building construction practices and to serve as a resource for building code and design issues.

The Position

The Community Development Department is seeking an experienced Building Inspector to join their team. The Building Inspector inspects less complex buildings and structures, such as residential buildings, in all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for compliance to City codes and applicable state laws, as well as adherence to plans, specifications and safety regulations. This position consults with and advises the public, contractors and builders regarding building laws and requirements, issues building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and any other permits, and performs related work as required.

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QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Equivalent to graduation from high school. A minimum of three years of building trades construction work in any of the recognized building trades; OR three years experience working a public counter within a municipal or county building department charged with enforcing codes or municipal laws and processing permits; OR two years previous experience as a building inspector for a municipal or county building department.

Ideal Candidate

Successful candidates will possess the following:

ICC Building Inspector Certification;

Experience working in the trades field;

Extensive knowledge of building permit issuance guidelines;

Ability to read blueprints, interpret building codes, and effectively work with minimal supervision;

Demonstrated computer literacy with the ability to utilize a range of inspection-specific software programs;

Flexibility and effectiveness in handling multiple or conflicting priorities;

Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;

Strong organizational skills and demonstrated self-motivation; and

Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with management, staff, the public, contractors, utility companies, and public agencies.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at The application filing period opens Thursday, November 13, 2025. First review of applications will be those received by Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of the following components:

Panel Interview - Weighted 100% (Tentatively scheduled on December 11, 2025)

Department Interview - (Tentatively scheduled on January 8, 2026)

The tentative test dates will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date.

SPECIAL NOTES

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As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check .

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!

The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits for Engineers and Torrance Fiscal Employees bargaining unit, visit::

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RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

01

The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing?

Yes

No

02

I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application. In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history. I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job. I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application. I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification/title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application. I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

Yes

No

03

What is your highest level of education completed?

High School Diploma or GED

Some College Coursework

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or above

04

How many years of building trades construction work experience do you have, including building electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical?

None

Less than two years

More than two years, but less than three years

More than three years, but less than five years

More than five years

05

Please mark which area(s) of the building trades you have experience:

Air Conditioning

Carpentry

Electrical

Mechanical

Painting

Plumbing

06

How many years of experience do you have working a public counter in a municipal or county building department responsible for enforcing codes or municipal laws and processing permits?

None

Less than two years

More than two years, but less than three years

More than three years, but less than five years

More than five years

07

How many years of experience do you have working as a Building Inspector for a Municipal or County Building Department?

None

Less than two years

More than two years, but less than three years

More than three years, but less than five years

More than five years

08

Do you possess a nationally-recognized Building Inspector Certificate, Certification of Inspection Technology, or related?

Yes

No

09

If yes, please list all certificates that you possess. If no, type N/A.

Required Question