Plan Checker​/Inspector

Under general supervision, conducts reviews of residential and commercial/industrial plans for compliance with federal, state, and local standards. Assists in the enforcement of applicable codes and legal mandates and provides relevant information to the public.

Plan Checker/Inspector is a one-position class found in the Building and Safety Division of the Development Services Department and in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department. The position reviews residential and commercial building plans and reports and provides corrections and constructive suggestions for compliance with federal, state and local mandates to meet City standards.

The position in the Engineering Division would have an opportunity to work with water supply, wastewater collection, drainage, traffic, GIS, CAD, and capital improvement programs.

• Interact and assist the public and other staff at the Public Works Counter and over the telephone, in resolving design, permitting and construction challenges.
• Assist in the review of plan submittals and resolution of challenging engineering and design issues.
• Review residential and commercial plan submissions for compliance with grading requirements and water quality regulations relative to runoff flow rate, volume and water quality protection.
• Maintain records and conduct water quality inspections or investigations at construction, commercial, and industrial sites with the goal of eliminating the discharge of contaminated runoff.
• Assist as needed with Public Works permitted encroachment and construction inspections.
• Issue notices, letters, and reports to support permit requirements or document violations.
• Collect storm, runoff, or wastewater samples for laboratory analysis.
• Interact with the public and contractors in a professional manner, even during difficult inspections and investigations.
• Inspect contractors and utility agencies in the field for proper work area safety, traffic control, back filling and pavement restoration.

High School graduation or equivalent. Associate of Science Degree in engineering, information technology, or mathematics is preferred.

Minimum of three (3) years increasingly responsible experience, including two (2) years experience preparing or performing review of plans or construction drawings, building or public works inspections, or closely related experience, preferably in a municipal government environment.

Principles, methods, materials, equipment and hazards of field construction; collection of evidence and information necessary to support enforcement efforts; building and zoning and electrical codes; planning regulations and ordinances or engineering rules and regulations; and permit processing and fee structures.

Understand, interpret, comprehend and analyze plans, reports and specifications to effectively identify and correct defects and deficiencies of residential, industrial and commercial site construction plans; understand operations; read and interpret rules, regulations, and ordinances; apply engineering principles, rules and regulations to permit issuance procedures; perform basic mathematical computations; maintain accurate files and records; understand and follow verbal and written directions; interact with contractors in inspection and enforcement situations requiring diplomacy and tact;

communicate effectively both orally and in writing; operate a personal computer using Microsoft applications; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships during the performance of your duties; work with a minimum of supervision; construction grading issues and water quality measures that support runoff infiltration.

A valid California Class C Driver's License is required, or ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions and an acceptable driving record during the course of employment.

Independent body mobility to stand, climb stairs and ladders, walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces; upper body strength to reach and move items from above shoulder positions; corrected vision to read documents with standard text and computer screens; strength to lift and carry tools or equipment up to twenty‑five (25) pounds. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in an office environment and in the field with exposure to weather conditions.

Sit, walk, or stand for extended periods of time; and, bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time.