Building Plans Examiner

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLES INSPECTION DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU! The City of Huntsvilles Inspection department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Building Plans Examiner position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People. Come join our growing Inspection Team! Apply today! About our Department: The Inspection Department enforces building codes and issues building permits for the City of Huntsville. Our goal is to provide protection for the health, safety, and welfare of the general public in relation to the use and occupancy of structures by enforcement of adopted Building Codes and to protect the general public from abuse by unlicensed Contractors and sub-contractors by enforcement of Contractor Licensing Laws. Building Plans Examiner Position Overview: This is administrative work in reviewing and maintaining building plans for compliance with various codes and ordinances for building permits. Work involves participating in the review of a variety of building plans for new construction, alterations, and repair work to determine if plans, workmanship, and materials conform to relevant building codes. Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with established codes. Maintains building plan files. Work is performed with considerable independence within established codes, regulations, and technical guidelines. Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements: High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency, supplemented by course work in architecture, civil engineering, building design, or a closely related field; and considerable experience in skilled building construction or inspection trades; or any combination of education, training and experience. Current Certifications by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Inspector and a Building Plans Examiner or Certifications from the International Code Council (ICC) in multiple trade related disciplines in two or more of any of the following trade areas: Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Gas. The certifications are required upon hire and must be maintained. A minimum of 10 years construction trade experience is required in any of the above-listed trade areas. For More Information Regarding the Building Plans Examiner Job Duties, Please Visit the Websites Below: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/70767 {tabindex="0"}