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Plans Examiner Senior - Licensed
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Seiu_White_Collar
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CCG41
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S10
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Hourly
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$31.51
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$41.75
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$51.98
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Job Description
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Performs skilled technical work and reviews construction plans, specifications, and other technical material submitted to obtain building and other permits to determine compliance with all applicable federal, state, and other applicable construction codes in the assigned area, such as building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical. Performs other related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief Plans Examiner. Note: The Senior level is distinguished for performing the most advanced Plans Examiner work and being able to lead, train, and assign work to employees with less experience. This position has significant latitude in performing the full range of assigned duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate and five (5) years of building plans examiner experience, including experience with project coordination and in a lead or supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Must possess two (2) valid Plans Examiner Licenses from the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (F.S. Chapter 468) in an approved category or discipline of building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical; or one (1) valid Plans Examiner License and one (1) valid Standard Inspector License from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAI) in the approved disciplines; or one (1) valid Plans Examiner License and one (1) valid PE license from the State of Florida Board of Professional Engineers. Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering desired.
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Responsibilities
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EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Examines and approves building drawings, plans, and specifications of proposed construction and alterations/additions to existing structures to ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local codes, ordinances, and standards; advises on possible alternatives to resolve issues with plans which do not meet requirements.
Consults with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners to discuss technical requirements of plans; interprets regulations and recommends changes to correct plans to conform with applicable codes; provides technical assistance to Inspectors.
Performs field inspections to determine compliance with approved plans as required which involves walking, climbing stairs, bending and stooping.
Documents work, prepares technical reports, and maintains accurate records related to assigned work or projects.
Responds to requests for information, assists customers such as developers, contractors, and the public in resolving issues, and to provides general information regarding permitting policies, procedures, building codes, standards and requirements, and other related matters.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, and local building codes, regulations, and professional standards.
Knowledge of building construction, materials, and methods.
Knowledge of math, geometry, and physics as required in performance of duties.
Skill with organization and prioritizing work.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as drawings, plans, specifications and blueprints.
Ability to detect poor work quality, inferior materials, and hazards.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, architects and property owners.
Ability to review, interpret, and enforce regulations in a tactful, ethical, and impartial manner.
Ability to meet deadlines effectively and efficiently.
Ability to lead, train and assign work to less experienced employees.
Ability to maneuver heavy plan documents and plat books.
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