Sr. Development Services Inspector (School Team - Mechanical)
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Sr. Development Services Inspector (School Team - Mechanical)
Salary
$25.13 Hourly
Location
78207, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2026-00943
Department
Development Services
Opening Date
05/07/2026
Closing Date
5/21/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
No
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
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Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for performing inspection and enforcement work in securing and maintain compliance with rules and regulations relative to an assigned section. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Cliff Morton Development and Business Services Center (One Stop) - 1901 S. Alamo St., San Antonio, TX (78204)
Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions
Responds to citizen complaints regarding code violations related to the Historic Preservation Code and Certificates of Appropriateness, conservation districts approved by City Council and other related Unified Development Code regulations.
Coordinates investigative and enforcement work with City staff and the City Attorney's Office for Boarding Home compliance with adopted regulations.
Performs on-site inspections for compliance with new and existing requirements.
Issues written orders for the correction of defects in material or workmanship and any other violation of codes and ordinances.
Notifies contractors when codes violations are found and advises them on the necessary changes or actions that need to be taken to meet code
requirements.
Advises and provides information regarding procedures and follow-up actions.
Prepares reports and recommendations showing results of daily inspections and recommends necessary changes and corrections noted from
daily inspections.
Prepares and maintains records of Inspectors' Licenses, permits issued, inspections performed, investigations conducted or complaints
received.
Assists with more complex inspections to ensure compliance with code requirements, which includes occasional lifting and carrying equipment weighing 50 pounds.
Conducts research and investigations within an assigned area.
Implements personnel rules and standard operating procedures.
Provides training, instruction, and functional supervision for assigned staff.
Monitors field inspectors' work load, quality of work, plan checking abilities, daily inspection reports, investigation reports, vehicle, and overall work performance.
Assists the Inspections Supervisor with the administration of all phases of the programs and assumes the responsibilities of the supervisor in his/her absence.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
Six (6) years of inspection or technical experience in one of the five trades (Building, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, or Signs).
Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
Tree and Landscape Division:
Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in tree surveying, tree preservation care to include: tree pruning, tree planting, tree treatment applications, consultation, landscaping, and/or inspections.
Building:
Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Building Inspector within one (1) year of employment.
Electrical:
Valid Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician. License issued by the City of San Antonio or State of Texas. Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as an Electrical Inspector within on (1) year of employment.
Signs:
Six (6) years of experience in building or electrical constructions, sign installations or public works projects. Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a San Antonio Commercial Sign Operator and a San Antonio Billboard Operator within one (1) year of employment.
HVAC:
Master or Technician license issued by the City of San Antonio or State of Texas. Must obtain International Code Council (ICC certification as a Mechanical Inspector within one (1) year of employment.
Plumbing:
Valid Master Plumber or Journeyman Level Plumber's License issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Must obtain State license as a plumbing inspector within six (6) months of employment. Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plumbing Inspector within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Or State License as a Plumbing Inspector. Must obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plumbing Inspector within (18) months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of City Historic Preservation and Urban Design codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Knowledge of policies and procedures for the review of applicable plans and the issuance of permits.
Knowledge of various materials and practices used in respective area of expertise.
Knowledge of basic mathematical principles.
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Skill in interpreting and applying pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Skill in conducting research to identify property owners and other responsible parties when a violation occurs.
Skill in responding to inquiries and concerns from the public, City staff, contractors, and architects.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public.
Ability to inspect and identify violations of applicable codes and ordinances.
Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the job, with or without accommodations.
Working conditions are primarily in a field environment.
Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Note:
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
