Plans Examiner II

Washington County•Hillsboro, OR

1d•$48 - $58

About The Position

The Plans Examiner II plays a key role in ensuring safe, compliant development across Washington County by reviewing commercial and residential construction plans for adherence to building codes. The position works closely with design professionals, builders, and the public to identify required corrections and support positive customer experiences. As a journey-level professional, the Plans Examiner II contributes to a collaborative work environment that upholds Washington County's standards for safety, quality, and community-focused service.

Requirements

An Associate's Degree from an approved building inspection-related education program or its equivalent; or an approved two-year inspection-related education program; or an approved one-year inspection-related education program and one year of plans review-related or inspection experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of plans review-related or inspection experience.
Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC).
Oregon Residential One and Two Family Dwelling Structural Plans Examiner Certification, or International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector certification, or ICC Residential Plans Examiner Certification.
Oregon A-level Structural Plans Examiner Certification or International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Oregon A-level Mechanical Inspector Certification or ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector Certification.
A driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record under Washington County policy.
Comprehensive knowledge of the Oregon Structural, Mechanical, Fire & Life Safety, Energy, and Residential Specialty Codes.
Understanding of commercial construction methods, occupancy classifications, and building system interactions.
Ability to review a broad range of commercial and residential plans with minimal guidance and identify code deficiencies across multiple disciplines.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain code requirements to design and construction professionals.
Ability to perform plan review independently with consistency and accuracy, maintain productive customer and partner-agency relationships, and exercise sound judgment in non-sensitive code interpretation issues.

Responsibilities

Review commercial and residential construction plans for adherence to building codes.
Identify required corrections and issue professional, well-supported correction notices.
Explain code requirements to architects, engineers, contractors, and other customers.
Perform plan reviews independently and consistently, applying sound judgment to code interpretation issues.
Maintain productive relationships with customers and partner agencies.