Plans Examiner

The Opportunity

The UCF Building Department is looking for a Plans Examiner I. This position is responsible for performing code reviews and inspections in University facilities in compliance with the Florida Building Code. This position is designated as an Emergency Essential Personnel.

• Review construction plans and specifications for compliance with adopted building, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical codes; prepare written approvals or rejections in accordance with applicable standards.
• Conduct onsite construction inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and codes; coordinate corrective actions and perform followup inspections as needed.
• Document plan review comments, inspection results, violations, and corrections using permit tracking software and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Approve construction materials, methods, and installations to ensure compliance with adopted codes and standards.
• Serve as a departmental representative and subject matter resource to architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors; perform related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience in construction, design or inspections of buildings as supervisor or contractor.

Must possess minimum of 1 inspector license and 1 plans examiner license or receive an inspector Certification within 6 months of hire and full licensure (2 total) within one year of hire.

• 5+ years of experience in municipal or agency inspection, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing inspection.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Building Department

Monday-Friday; 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Regular

$26.83 to Negotiable

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit: (link removed).

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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