Job Summary
Mohave County Development Services is currently recruiting for Plans Examiner in the Building Division.Depending on qualifications, may fill position as:
Plans Examiner I Range 17, Steps 1-18: $24.90 - $41.17
Plans Examiner II Range 19, Steps 1-18: $27.46 - $45.36
Plans Examiner Senior Range 21, Steps 1-18: $30.27 - $50.01To review specific job qualifications and details, please click on the appropriate link(s) above.Below is the job functions for Plans Examiner I:
Performs technical plans review involving the detailed examination of construction plans and specifications for residential structures to check compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances and issues permits for construction. This class functions as the entry level to the Plans Examiner series. This class will be used to under-fill an established Plans Examiner Senior position in the trainee capacity until such time as the incumbent meets the higher minimum qualifications, performance standards and the appointing authority recommends promotion.
REPORTS TO General supervision of a higher level of authority. Work involves considerable exercise of initiative and independent judgment in reviewing and analyzing plans, evaluating the appropriate codes and ordinances, and resolving discrepancies in a tactful manner.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED None.
Essential Job Functions
- Reviews submitted construction plans and specifications of all types to check compliance with the requirements of the International Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Codes, State statutes and related codes and ordinances.
- Reviews calculations for completeness, code compliance and accuracy.
- Rejects plans for non-compliance with codes at various stages and references requirements and reasons for disapproval.
- Provides technical assistance to the public and advises applicants of needed changes, modifications, alternatives or solutions for code compliance.
- Confers with architects, designers, engineers and contractors in reconciling building plans with County building codes.
- Performs research and resolves difficult problems with the public and applicants regarding building code requirements.
- Responds to inquiries from field inspectors concerning construction problems requiring plan modifications.
- Maintains awareness of new and revised codes and construction methods and materials and maintains the structural and architectural building codes in an up-to-date condition.
- Calculates permit fees based on value, occupancy and construction type.
- Reviews building permit applications for pertinent data, information, necessary clearances and other requirements.
- Prepares and maintains records and reports of permits reviewed and issued.
- Reviews trade literature, publications and conference reports to keep abreast of current technology.
- Perform building inspections on a regular basis as needed by the Department.
SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS - Performs related work as required.
- Performs special assignments as requested.
- Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- Performs related work as required.
- Performs special assignments as requested.
- Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING - High School diploma/ GED (General Education Degree).
- Two (2) years of applicable experience in the construction or design industry.
- OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT - Must pass drug screen post offer.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
- Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.
- Must possess or obtain and maintain International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Residential Plans Examiner within six (6) months of hire.
- Must possess or obtain additional International Code Council (ICC) certifications as a Residential Plumbing, Mechanical or Electrical Plans Examiner within one (1) year of receiving Residential Plans Examiner certification.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:- County codes and ordinances and State laws related to design, construction and modification of residential buildings.
- Basic principles and requirements of building design and structural engineering.
- Building construction methods and materials.
- Stages of construction.
- Modern developments, current literature and sources of information in the field of building construction and inspection.
- Trigonometry and statistics.
- Use of Building Code tables and charts for checking requirements.
- Department policies, rules and procedures
- Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
Skill in:- Detecting and correcting discrepancies in plans, materials and construction methods as related to the Building Codes.
- Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
Ability to:- Maintain accurate and complete records and to research resource materials.
- Communicate code requirements to permit applicants.
- Evaluate proposed problem solutions to bring designs into code compliance.
- Read and accurately interpret complex plans, specifications and blueprints.
- Perform complex structural computations to include computations of structural loads and stresses.
- Plan and schedule work to accommodate the needs of contractors and property owners, to assure compliance with codes, standards and regulations and to avoid costly delays in the construction or modification process.
- Work independently and efficiently organize workload and schedule.
- Make accurate and detailed observations.
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, contractors, developers and the public.
- Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
