Specialty Plans Examiner I (SR-11)
About The Position
Receives training in the methods and resources used in reviewing plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of the electrical or plumbing codes and ordinances; provides information to the public; and performs other related duties as required. This class differs from the Specialty Plans Examiner II (Electrical or Plumbing) class in that the Specialty Plans Examiner I (Electrical or Plumbing) performs as a trainee and under close supervision, reviews simple plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of the electrical or plumbing codes and ordinances; whereas the Specialty Plans Examiner II (Electrical or Plumbing) independently reviews moderately difficult plans and specifications for compliance with provisions of the electrical or plumbing codes and ordinances.
Requirements
- A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of clerical work experience, including or supplemented by one year of public contact work.
- Possession of a valid Hawaii State driver's license (Type 3).
- Knowledge of office practices and procedures; general government operations.
- Ability to learn, understand and interpret blueprints and schematics; learn to interpret and apply applicable codes and ordinances; maintain records and prepare reports; follow oral and written instructions; deal tactfully and effectively with others.
Responsibilities
- Receives training in the review of electrical or plumbing permit applications; checks applications for accuracy and completeness of information; reviews simple plans and permit applications for conformance to electrical or plumbing codes and ordinances and recommends action.
- Calculates and collects permit fees and issues permits.
- Receives training in applicable codes and ordinances for more complex plans.
- Receives applications and plans over the counter; answers inquiries and directs applicants to other agencies as necessary.
- Prepares correspondence and reports.
- May accompany inspectors on field inspection and performs limited inspections as directed.
- Inputs electrical or plumbing permit and inspection information into County-wide land management computer data base.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
