Plans Examiner I, II, or III

City of Waco • Waco, TX

6d • $30,000 - $36,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, performs plan reviews for proposed residential and commercial buildings for the Development Services Department; examines building plans before permit issuance and verifies plans are in compliance with building and safety codes, laws, regulations, and standards. This role exists at three levels: Plans Examiner I, II, and III, with increasing levels of responsibility and experience required for higher levels.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, Business or Public Administration.
• Plans Examiner I: 2 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Plans Examiner II: 3 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Plans Examiner III: 4 years of experience in construction management, building inspection, plan review, or development; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plans Examiner certification or alternate approved ICC Plans Examiner certification required within 1 year of employment for Plans Examiner I.
• One additional approved ICC Plans Examiner certification for Plans Examiner II.
• Two additional approved ICC Plans Examiner certifications for Plans Examiner III.

Responsibilities

• Performs and facilitates plan reviews for commercial and residential plan review projects; verifies compliance with state and federal building and safety regulations, City policies and department standards.
• Communicates with City departments, residents, and contractors to coordinate the resolution of permitting issues and technical questions; issues permit within scope of authority.
• Performs and facilitates complex and detailed plan reviews for a wide range of commercial and residential development projects, including large-scale and technically challenging applications; independently interprets and verifies compliance with state and federal building and safety regulations, City policies and department standards.
• Exercises professional judgment in recommending approvals, corrections, or alternative methods consistent with adopted codes and policies.
• Assists with training for plan review staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree