Plans Examiner

Plans ExaminerPrint SubscribeClass TitlePlans ExaminerClass Code9733Salary$78,811.20 - $110,905.60 Annually+ Definition+ BenefitsClassification Description SummaryUnder supervision, checks building plans and specifications for compliance with established uniform building codes, zoning regulations and ordinances; coordinates plan checking activities with other departments; and provides assistance and information to the general public.Essential FunctionsThe following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.Perform plan checking activities; examine plans, specifications, and related documents for compliance with established building codes, zoning regulations, and ordinances; verify and review engineering calculations for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.Review plans for conformance with various building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural codes and regulations; review plans for conformance with accessibility and energy conservation codes and regulations; review plans for building water supply and distribution, sanitary drainage systems and fuel gas supply piping.Examine and verify accuracy of electrical load calculations, general use electrical equipment and communications systems.Provide information and assistance to the public, contractors, and architects involving the interpretation of construction codes, ordinances and zoning regulations; recommend necessary changes to plans to obtain compliance with applicable codes.Coordinate plan checking activities with other departments; transmit plans and specifications to appropriate departments, divisions or outside consultants; transmit other department comments to applicants as necessary.Track plans through other departments and agencies for review; establish and maintain system of log sheets and files to track current status of projects; file approved plans and specifications.Advise building inspectors, field inspectors, and others regarding potential field inspection problems; perform on-site inspections to help resolve difficult problems as necessary.Maintain appropriate records on plans examining activities; prepare reports, correspondence and a variety of other written materials as requested.Provide customer service at the front counter; respond to citizen questions and inquiries; render interpretations and applications of construction codes.Monitor technical developments of products and materials being used in the industry as well as listings/approvals of new and currently in use products, materials, and methods of construction; stays abreast of recent as well as pending code changes as well as changes in methods of construction; recommends procedural or policy changes as appropriate.Perform related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsThe following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.Knowledge of:Principles and practices of plans examination work.Methods and materials used in the construction of buildings and related structures.Pertinent building and zoning codes, ordinances and regulations.Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.Principles and procedures of record keeping.Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.Ability to:Analyze, interpret and accurately check building plans and specifications.Understand, interpret and enforce building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical codes and ordinances.Perform routine plans examination functions.Maintain complete and accurate records of plan and specification checks.Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Work in a team based environment to achieve common goals.Coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks simultaneously.Meet the physical requirements to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Education/Training:Equivalent to the graduation of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in planning, construction or a related field.Experience :Three years of responsible building inspection, plan review, architectural, and/or drafting experience in a municipal setting.License or Certificate :Possession of an appropriate, valid drivers license.Possession of both residential and commercial certificates in the Commercial Plans Examination and/or Commercial Building Inspection series, or any combination of Commercial building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing certification. Certification must be from an accredited agency (ICC, or other nationally recognized agency).Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.Other RequirementsLocal 39 Non-SupervisoryG28Last Update:02/2021JD 11/2018Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.SubscribePlease verify your email address Verify Email