Plans Examiner I

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

6d • $27

About The Position

The UCF Building Department is looking for a Plans Examiner I. This position is responsible for performing code reviews and inspections in University facilities in compliance with the Florida Building Code. This position is designated as an Emergency Essential Personnel. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has its perks! Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. A Foundation for Success Founded in 1963 to provide talent for Central Florida and the growing U.S. space program, UCF has been making an impact on the state, the nation — and outer space — ever since. With 12 colleges and more than 230 degree programs, follow your passion at one of our campus locations designed to help you succeed. From the main campus in east Orlando to UCF Downtown and Rosen College of Hospitality Management to the Academic Health Sciences Campus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn in the heart of your industry. UCF also has multiple regional locations and fully online programs — including online bachelor’s degrees, online graduate degrees, online certificates and more — to ensure that you can achieve your dreams whenever and wherever you want.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience in construction, design or inspections of buildings as supervisor or contractor.
• Must possess minimum of 1 inspector license and 1 plans examiner license or receive an inspector Certification within 6 months of hire and full licensure (2 total) within one year of hire.
• Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.
• Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license.
• This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in municipal or agency inspection, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing inspection.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans and specifications for compliance with adopted building, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical codes; prepare written approvals or rejections in accordance with applicable standards.
• Conduct on‑site construction inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and codes; coordinate corrective actions and perform follow‑up inspections as needed.
• Document plan review comments, inspection results, violations, and corrections using permit tracking software and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Approve construction materials, methods, and installations to ensure compliance with adopted codes and standards.
• Serve as a departmental representative and subject‑matter resource to architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors; perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED