Building Plans Examiner I-IV - Electrical- Building Department

City of Port St. Lucie•Port St. Lucie FL 34984, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer. This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening. The starting salary ranges for the position are listed below, and are dependent upon qualifications. Building Plans Examiner I- $36.30-$41.75/Hourly Technical work in the review and examination of construction plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, Statutes and ordinances. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Building Department. Building Plans Examiner II- $38.12-$43.83/Hourly Responsible technical work in the review and examination of commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, statutes and ordinances. Authority for broader scope of reviews with two (2) trade certifications. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Building Department. Building Plans Examiner III- $40.02-$46.03/Hourly Responsible technical work in the review and examination of commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, statutes and ordinances. Authority for broader scope of reviews with three (3) trade certifications. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Building Department. Building Plans Examiner IV- $42.03-$48.33/Hourly Responsible technical work in the review and examination of commercial and residential construction plans for compliance with Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, statutes and ordinances. Authority for broader scope of reviews with four (4) or more trades or Residential Combination certification. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City and its Building Department.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma required.
Five (5) years’ experience in construction required (for I).
Six (6) years’ experience in construction required (for II).
Seven (7) years’ experience in construction required (for III).
Eight (8) years’ experience in construction required (for IV).
Two years (2) in commercial construction, design, or inspections of buildings as a supervisor or contractor required.
Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License and maintenance of a clean driving record required.
Possession and maintenance of one (1) State of Florida-mandated building plans examiner certification or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months from date of hire (for I).
Possession and maintenance of two (2) State of Florida-mandated building plans examiner certifications or the ability to obtain certifications required within twelve (12) months from date of hire (for II).
Possession and maintenance of three (3) State of Florida-mandated building plans examiner certifications or the ability to obtain certifications within twelve (12) months from date of hire (for III).
Possession and maintenance of four (4) State of Florida-mandated building plans examiner certifications or residential combination certification, or the ability to obtain certifications within twelve (12) months from date of hire (for IV).
Knowledge of principles and practices of building construction.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of building codes.
Knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation in order to prepare and compose results of inspections.
Ability to read and interpret building plans, site plans, development plans and zoning maps.
Knowledge of commercial occupancy classifications and special occupancies, and the applicable code requirements for each.
Ability to read and interpret complex commercial and residential building plans and specifications.
Ability to complete thorough reviews of commercial plans.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Ability to interpret technical designs and blueprints.
Ability to enforce building codes.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.
Ability to utilize computer and office software including but not limited to electronic mail.
Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Nice To Haves

Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
Ability to stay centered when challenged.
Ability to establish and maintain the trust and confidence of the department and public.

Responsibilities

Reviews plans and applications in accordance with applicable codes.
Coordinates and routes reviews to Fire Marshal.
Prepares comments for code deficiencies.
Calculates fees in accordance with approved fee schedules.
Attends meetings with staff, engineers, architects, and contractors.
Maintains proficiency with code changes and ordinances.
Tracks and maintains required continuing education (CEU) requirements for licensure in accordance with state and department policy.
Confers with contractors, developers, or public to explain corrective actions necessary for compliance with building codes.
Provides high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
Accomplishes customer service goals and department expectations of customer service excellence.
Reads and interprets plans, specifications, correspondence, and related construction documents.
Assist in emergency response measures, as needed.
Accesses, inputs and retrieves information from a computer.
Other duties as may be assigned.