Plans Examiner

Job Summary:

Provides administrative and technical directions to department staff. Reviews construction plans and specifications during all phases to ensure all building, electrical, plumbing and heating and mechanical systems are designed according to adopted codes.

Major Job Responsibilities:

• Provides technical directions to department staff.
  
• Consults with the public, contractors, engineers, architects, and developers to interpret regulations and requirements for plans and specifications; receives and responds to complaints as necessary.
  
• Reviews plans and specifications to ensure that electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and building construction complies with applicable adopted codes and ordinances.
• Coordinates plan review requirements with other departments and agencies to ensure consistency and completeness of permit review.
• Assists staff with questions and problems related to plans and permit applications to ensure uniform applications of County codes and ordinances.
• Provides staff with information regarding building systems, materials and techniques, and codes and regulations; reviews current and proposed codes and ordinances and makes recommendations for changes or modifications as needed.
• Conducts commercial building inspections for complex or non-routine projects provided the incumbent holds the applicable commercial inspection certifications.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education and Experience: 

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in building inspection and/or plans review involving residential and commercial construction

Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the minimum level of qualifications, stated above.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess or obtain ICC commercial certifications applicable to the scope of inspection, which may include but are not limited to: ICC Commercial Building Inspector, ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector, ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector, ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector

Successfully complete specified customer service training by the end of the first year.

Valid Class I Driver's License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of city, county, state, and federal laws applicable to building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes.

Knowledge of a specialized area of either electrical, plumbing, or building construction.

Knowledge of building construction methods, practices, and materials.

Knowledge of the techniques of excellent customer service.

Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and technical codes and specifications in the field of building construction.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the public, department employees, and city/county officials.

Ability to compile, organize, and maintain data, records, and reports.

Ability to use judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

Ability to make required mathematical calculations.

ADA Minimum Requirements

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light to medium physical effort in sedentary to medium level activity which may require some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of medium weight (up to 20 pounds) and occasionally of heavy weight (up to 50 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation as well as work in the field at construction sites. Duties require the ability to use a personal computer, to operate a motor vehicle, and to use tools and equipment used in inspection and measurement of construction elements.

Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to communicate orally in person and by telephone. Tasks require the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using various tools and equipment.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are performed with frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including weather, dust, debris, chemicals, and machinery involved in construction.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.