Residential Plans Examiner/Building Inspector

Job Description:

Residential Plans Examiner/Building Inspector

Description

Description

First review after two weeks: 6/20/2025

CORE VALUE STATEMENT
The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship, and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions.

SAFETY STATEMENT
We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Residential Plans Examiner: Performs residential plan reviews for structural and non-structural integrity prior to the issuance of building permits, and monitors construction plan timeframes and conformance through periodic field inspection. Interprets and applies applicable codes and regulations in evaluating proposals for new materials and reviews plan applications. Provides assistance to architects, engineers, and the general public concerning code interpretation, and recommends procedures for resolving conflicts.

Building Inspector: Performs inspections of commercial and residential construction, including complex inspections to ensure all construction is in compliance with the International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Washington State Energy Codes and City standards. Provides code interpretations or code references as needed.

Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only)

The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification, but should not be considered all-inclusive. The incumbent will be expected to perform other related duties as assigned.

• Reviews residential construction plans and engineering calculations of structural, mechanical, and architectural components to ensure compliance with all applicable codes; recommends methods of compliance to meet the intent of each related item. Reviews building, site, utility, and other plans to determine compliance with applicable codes and provides comments regarding necessary revisions.
• Provides assistance, information, forms, and permits to the public; receives, reviews, and processes applications for permits; collects and processes appropriate information and applies applicable policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications.
• Inspects commercial and residential construction projects in all phases of construction. Inspects all structural and architectural systems to ensure that all items are in compliance with all applicable Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Washington State Energy Codes. Assists the general public and contractors with alternative methods to meet the intent of applicable codes.
• Provides assistance to architects, engineers, general contractors and the public with interpretation of applicable codes. Determines whether alternative methods of construction comply with code requirements.
• Reviews information on new building products and their application and determines how it pertains to the International Building Code.
• Performs building code plan review for simple projects including storage sheds, garages, and single family residential additions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by two (2) years of college level coursework in construction, building trades, or closely related field and three (3) years of closely related work experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties listed above.

• Must be a Certified Plans Examiner.
• Must be a Certified Building Inspector and either a Certified Plumbing Inspector or a Certified Mechanical Inspector. All three certifications are preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Washington driver's license.
• Must pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Supplemental Requirements

Physical Requirements:
To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to meet the following physical requirements: must regularly talk, hear/listen, see/observe, sit, stand and walk; must regularly demonstrate fine motor skills; must occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force.

The benefits listed below are those currently enjoyed by full-time City of Kennewick Non-Contract employees. It is important to remember that over the course of time these benefits may change - they are not permanent. Benefits may change through City Council or administrative action or changes mandated by state and federal law.

Paid Holidays
12 per year (9 scheduled; 3 “floating”)
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and three floating holidays selected by the employee. An employee will accrue one of the three floating holidays on each of the following days: February 1, February 12, and August 31. An employee will only accrue a floating holiday on these days if actually employed.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
The purpose of PTO is to compensate employees for absences due to injury, illness, vacation and personal business. In addition, the program is designed to provide employees with personal flexibility regarding the use of leave hours. PTO hours accrue based upon the actual number of regular hours worked.

Accrual per Month:
0-5yrs 6-9yrs 10-14yrs 15-19yrs 20-24yrs 25-29yrs 30+yrs
12 hours 15 hours 17 hours 19 hours 21 hours 23 hours 25 hours

Retirement Plan
All City employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City and the employee both contribute toward the plan. PERS provides regular retirement and disability retirement benefits. City employees also participate in the Social Security Program. Rates effective as of 09/01/2024. ( www.drs.wa.gov )

PERS Employee Contribution Rate Employer Contribution Rate
Plan II 6.36% 9.11%
Plan III Employee Choice (see booklet) 9.11%

Deferred Comp
The City contributes an equivalent of 5% of your regular monthly salary to Mission Square Retirement (previously ICMA) deferred compensation program. No employee match required, but employees may contribute towards plan if desired. ( www.icmarc.org )

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
The City currently pays the entire dental and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents. Employee current premium share is $200.00 per month for medical insurance to cover themselves and dependents.

Life Insurance
1.5 x annual salary (not to exceed $250K) provided by the City of Kennewick. Employee may purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance for employee, spouse and/or dependents through New York Life (previously Cigna).

Long Term Disability
The City pays the entire long-term disability premium for employees through New York Life (previously Cigna).

Wellness Program
The Wellness Program has been established to encourage employee health and fitness, both at work and at home. A City Wellness Committee promotes and provides opportunities for healthy lifestyles. Employee fitness center is open to all employees and their spouses.

Employee Assistance
An Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is provided by the City to assist you and family members, providing counseling and treatment in such areas as stress, drug and alcohol abuse and family counseling.

Other Benefits Offered

• Flexible Spending Plan (Pre-Tax Deduction for Medical/Dental and Day Care)
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Bereavement Leave
• Overtime
• Direct Deposit (paydays are 5th and 20th of the month)

Closing Date/Time: 7/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$78,072.00 - $104,088.00 Annually