Plans Examiner

Draper City • Draper, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Chief Building Official, the Plans Examiner performs complex technical reviews of residential, commercial, industrial, public, and other construction plans and specifications to ensure compliance with adopted municipal construction codes and protect public health and safety. The role reviews and approves construction plans, interprets blueprints and applicable codes, assists building inspectors with difficult or unusual code issues, maintains plan-checking records, and participates in pre-construction meetings. The position also responds to questions from other city departments, reviews contractor and homeowner problems, and may inspect buildings under construction for code compliance.

This position is based onsite in a typical office setting with comfortable climate controls. The schedule is Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week, with the schedule to be determined. The employee reports to the Chief Building Official and exercises no supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience in related fields; education may be substituted for years of experience.
• Combination inspector certification required.
• Valid Utah driver license.
• Knowledge of general construction practices, construction principles, basic planning principles, and adopted construction codes as amended by the State of Utah and Draper City.
• Proficiency with MS Office, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation preparation, desktop publishing, and various HRIS software programs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Ability to review and approve the use of structural materials, including concrete reinforcing, construction joints and beams, and wall, floor, and roof compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, prepare clear and concise materials, work effectively in stressful situations, coordinate with city staff and outside organizations, maintain effective working relationships, and meet deadlines and measurable results.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or two years of higher education in architecture, construction technology, trades, drafting, construction management, or a related field.
• Plans examiner certification.
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar plan-review software.

Responsibilities

• Examine plans and specifications for residential, commercial, industrial, public, and other developments to ensure compliance with adopted construction codes.
• Review and approve construction plans and interpret blueprints.
• Assist building inspectors with difficult or unusual code issues.
• Prepare and maintain plan-checking records.
• Conduct or attend pre-construction meetings.
• Answer questions from other city departments about adopted construction codes.
• Review contractor and homeowner problems and provide assistance.
• Inspect buildings under construction for compliance with adopted construction codes.
• Interpret adopted construction codes as applicable.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including Traditional or HDHP plans with an employer HSA contribution of up to $3,400 per benefit year for family plans, effective date of hire, or a medical cash-out option.
• Gym and wellness incentive program reimbursement.
• 401(k) with an employer match of up to 3.5%, effective date of hire.
• Enrollment in the Utah Retirement System (URS).
• Employer-paid life insurance of $150,000.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• 13 holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement eligibility after completion of new-hire probation.

What This Job Offers

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