Residential Plan Examiner

Residential Plan Examiner

Examples of Duties Under supervision of the Commissioner of Construction Permitting, examines residential construction documents of One-, Two-, and Three-Family Dwellings prior to construction for the purposes of ensuring compliance with laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations relating to construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal, and demolition. Performs related duties as required that pertain to enforcement of the Cleveland Housing Code, the Cleveland Zoning Code, and the Ohio Residential Code.

Note: This classification utilizes the working titles of Residential Plan Examiner, Interim Residential Plan Examiner, and Residential Plan Examiner Trainee, depending on the certification held. A High School Diploma or GED is required. A valid State of Ohio Drivers License is required. Must meet one of the following requirements:
Ohio registration as an architect or professional engineer;
Five years of experience in building design and construction for residential or non-residential buildings or structures related by the rules of the board or experience specified in section 103.3.3(2); or Successful completion of a trainee program pursuant to section 103.3.9.

Residential Plan Examiner Trainee: A State of Ohio Board of Building Standards (OBBS) certification as a Residential Plan Examiner Trainee is required.
Interim Residential Plan Examiner: OBBS certification as an Interim Residential Plan Examiner is required.
Residential Plan Examiner: OBBS certification as a Residential Plan Examiner is required. Must have and maintain certifications throughout employment.

Union Classification:

• OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Certification - REQUIRED at the time of applying.
• OBBS Residential Plan Examiner Interim Certification - REQUIRED at the time of applying.
• OBBS Building Inspector Certification (full certification) - REQUIRED at the time of applying.

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