Plans Examiner

Job Title

The City of Greenacres is hiring for a position that requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Florida driver's license, good moral character, and the ability to pass a post-offer physical examination.

Required Information and Documents:

• A minimum of three professional/personal references.

Please upload the following documents to the application:

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate.
• College Diploma (if applicable).
• Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable).
• Military DD214 Form (if applicable).
• Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable).

Applications received without required attachments will be considered incomplete.

The duties listed are intended to serve as an example of the typical functions performed. They are not exclusive or all inclusive and will vary with assignments.

• Reviews permit applications, site plans, construction plans, and relevant documentation for compliance with the applicable provisions of the Florida Building Code, the City of Greenacres codes, and related regulations.
• Inspects work according to approved plans, equipment, and components for conformance with laws and ordinances, and technical conformance with local, state and federal codes/ordinances for model standard building codes; makes recommendations for local requirements.
• Ensures that the contractor or authorized representative has secured applicable permits prior to making inspections.
• Interacts with the general public regarding inspection procedures and requirements.
• Prepares reports, inputs data entry of inspections, notes, completion dates, stop work orders and maintains records of work performed.
• Issues stop work orders; recommends methods, materials, equipment, and alterations to assist in compliance with accepted standards.
• Stays informed of code changes affecting building system installations.
• Appears before the Special Magistrate to present testimony and evidence pertaining to violations, as applicable.
• Monitors and obtains the appropriate type and amount of continuing education hours required for all certifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Building construction methods and practices.
• Building plans, blueprints and specifications.
• Municipal ordinances, policies, procedures, and directives.
• Florida Statutes Chapter 162.
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
• Computer software including internet, licensing and certification record keeping.
• Customer service practices and procedures.
• Business English, spelling, grammar and arithmetic.
• Codes and regulations governing the construction industry.

Ability to:

• Review construction plans, drawings, blueprints, specifications and related documents, and determine their conformance to all relevant codes, ordinances, and standards.
• Recognize and explain when plans, drawings, blueprints, specifications and related documents are not in conformance with specific codes, ordinances and standards.
• Consult with architects, engineers, building owners, contractors and others on regulatory and inspection matters.
• Understand and properly interpret various City codes and regulations.
• Exercise independent judgement.
• Deliver excellent customer service and handle complaints and conflict in a friendly, courteous and effective manner.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and files.
• Research of public records using local, state and federal resources.
• Follow safety rules and regulations of the Department and the City.
• Maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other City departments, public agencies, and the general public.
• Support the City's Mission, Values, and Goals.

High School Diploma/G.E.D. supplemented with technical training in construction practices. Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management or closely related field is highly desirable. One of the equivalent combinations of relevant education, experience, and/or training to meet the minimum requirements below:

• Demonstrates four (4) years combined experience in the field of construction or a related field, building code inspection, or plans review corresponding to the certification category sought.
• Demonstrates a combination of postsecondary education in the field of construction, building experience which totals three (3) years, with at least one (1) year of such total being experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review.
• Demonstrates a combination of technical education in the field of construction or a related field and experience which totals three (3) years, with at least one (1) year of such total being experience in construction, building code inspection, or plans review.
• Currently holds a standard certificate issued by the board or a fire safety inspector license issued pursuant to Chapter 633, F.S.,…