Building Plans Examiner

Job Description:

Building Plans Examiner

Description

Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs entry level technical and review work of small-scale building plans to ensure compliance with adopted development, zoning, building, residential, existing building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy, and fire codes, as well as structural safety regulations and requirements pertaining to modern methods of new construction and modifications to existing residential, commercial and industrial development projects. Makes site inspections to confirm project compliance with City regulations as needed. This position is intended to encourage an interest in the construction process from potential applicants outside of or just entering the construction field.
Essential Job Functions

• Examines construction plans and specifications for both residential and commercial structures for compliance with regulatory standards and building codes governing new and existing construction.
• Prepares technical plan review reports clearly outlining identified plan deficiencies and actions necessary to bring plans into regulatory compliance.
• Provides innovative and solution-oriented customer service and case management.
• Assists the general public, property owners, architects, contractors, developers, engineers, etc. in matters related to building construction and adopted building code requirements.
• Reviews various records and documentation related to building plan review, e.g., construction plans and specifications, drawings, schematics, diagrams, and standard codes.
• Conducts on-site inspections of proposed building sites as necessary; ensures compliance with codes and ordinances; documents observations and makes appropriate recommendations.
• Maintains current knowledge of issues and trends in regulatory standards and building code requirements governing the construction industry.
• Works closely with the Engineering, Fire, and Planning divisions in coordinating building plan review approvals and issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED . Additional training and/or higher education in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a similar field of study is preferred, but not required.
• At least one year of responsible labor, technical, semi-skilled, or skilled work experience is required. Experience in building and design, construction, plan review, drafting, inspection, code compliance, facilities maintenance, engineering, and/or a similar related semi-skilled or skilled trade is preferred, but not required.

Equivalent combinations of related education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.
• Once hired, ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire. ICC Residential/Commercial Building Inspector Certification and TFMA / ASFPM Floodplain Manager Certification may be required within time frame set by department.

Salary:

$20.00-$26.00/hour (depending on experience)