Senior Plans Examiner - Planning & Development Department - City Of Fresno
About The Position
The Senior Plans Examiner is an advanced working/lead-level position in the City of Fresno's Planning and Development Department. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs combination plan review and structural engineering review of complex single-family dwellings, or reviews architectural, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical systems related to commercial and industrial structures, or reviews utility development projects. Work may be performed in the field or office and addresses applicable fire, life, health, and safety requirements. The incumbent may inspect projects during construction and at final acceptance; consult with architects, engineers, contractors, and field inspection personnel; assist with proposed policies and code change recommendations; prepare reports and recommendations; maintain plan and building records, including time and cost records; and prepare cost estimates and fee calculations. The position may provide lead direction to staff engaged in plan review, including Plans Examiners and Plans and Permit Technicians, but does not exercise supervision. The position receives supervision from the Supervising Plans Examiner.
Requirements
- Meet one of the stated qualification options: (1) two years of experience equivalent to that gained as a Plans Examiner with the City of Fresno; (2) a bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, construction technology, inspection technology, architectural drafting, or a related field, and two years of experience in the design or construction of commercial and industrial buildings and multi-family dwellings; or (3) three years of experience in construction inspection of new commercial or industrial buildings and multi-family dwellings with the City of Fresno, and a valid, current certification relevant to the specialty.
- For the certification qualification option, hold one of the following: ICC certification as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector for architectural specialty; IAEI/ICC certification as an Electrical Inspector for electrical specialty; or IAPMO/ICC certification as a Plumbing Inspector for plumbing specialty.
- Possess a current certificate as a Plans Examiner or Building Inspector from a recognized code publishing organization such as the International Code Council (ICC) within two years of appointment.
- A valid California driver's license may be required at appointment for certain assignments; candidates considered for those assignments must provide proof of a valid license and a current driving record.
- Successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process before employment.
- Achieve a passing score on the oral examination to qualify for the eligible list.
- If qualifying through education, upload a copy of the degree and/or transcripts with the application; if qualifying through certification, upload a copy of the certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform combination plan review and structural engineering review of complex frame single-family dwellings and commercial interiors and alterations, or review architectural, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical plans for commercial and industrial buildings.
- Review water or sewer systems and utility development projects, as applicable.
- Inspect projects during construction and at final acceptance for conformance and design.
- Consult with architects, engineers, contractors, and field inspection personnel to determine whether proposed solutions are adequate.
- Assist in preparing proposed policy statements and code change recommendations.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations on architectural, electrical, plumbing, and/or mechanical problems.
- Maintain records of evaluated, examined, and approved plans and buildings, including time and cost records.
- Prepare cost estimates and fee calculations, as applicable.
- Provide lead direction to staff engaged in plan review, which may include Plans Examiners and Plans and Permit Technicians.
Benefits
- City contributions toward monthly PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for the employee and dependents.
- Flexible Spending Account under an IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
- Voluntary 457 deferred compensation plan with Fidelity Investments.
- Vacation leave accrual of 8 to 14.66 hours per month, based on years of service.
- Eight hours of sick leave per month, available after 90 days.
- Supplemental sick leave of 40 hours per fiscal year, with an 80-hour lifetime maximum.
- Ten City-observed annual holidays, plus a birthday holiday and two personal days.
- Short-term disability through the California SDI program.
- Bilingual premium pay of $100 per month.
- Eligible retirees may use remaining sick leave and other applicable leave balances to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, subject to the stated terms.
- Retirement benefits through the City of Fresno Retirement Systems, with reciprocity with other California public agencies and vesting after five years of service.
- Optional, voluntary Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) for eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
