Plans Examiner , II, or Senior Plans Examiner

Position: Plans Examiner I, II, or Senior Plans Examiner
Salary: $34.05 - $61.10 Hourly
Location : 1800 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 02068
Department: Building & Facilities Services
Division: Building Division
Opening Date: 09/03/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
WELCOME TO INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, WE ARE EXCITED YOU ARE HERE!
Take a peek at what our beautiful County has to offer
- Plans Examiner I, II, Sr. Plans Examiner
Plans Examiner I:$34.05 - $52.78/hour or $66,397 - $102,921 annually

Plans Examiner II: $37.54 - $58.20 / hour or $73,203 - $113,490 annually

Sr. Plans Examiner: $39.42 - $61.10 / hour or $76,869 - $119,145 annually
Reviews plans and associated documents to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code, local ordinances, state statutes, other related laws, rules, and regulations. This is a technical skilled position working independently under the general direction of the Building Official.

Essential Job Duties

• Examines construction documents for compliance with applicable code in certified category (building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing), county ordinances, and related regulations as required.
• Approves or disapproves construction documents and communicates results to permit applicants or appropriate design professionals (architect, engineer, etc.).
• Documents reason for disapproval of plans or specifications with the appropriate code section quoted for reference and notifies the applicant or design professional of the discrepancy
• Provides technical assistance to property owners/public agencies; helps to understand and resolve complaints/problems that citizens may encounter; consults with others on results of inspections to get suggestions/recommendations for corrective action.
• May accompany staff on field inspections involving unusual situations and on a periodic basis for input.
• Acts as a project coordinator for selective projects requiring technical and administrative handling through the plan review process.
• Performs related work as required.

Typical Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Plans Examiner I:
High school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of five (5) years of documented experience in construction (journeyman level, superintendent, project manager (or equivalent), inspection, or plans examination; or an associate degree in engineering, building technology, or a related field. An associate's degree may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of the required experience. A contractor's license may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of experience.

Plans Examiner II:
High school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years of documented experience in construction (journeyman level, superintendent, project manager, or equivalent), inspection, or plans examination; or an associate degree in engineering, building technology, or a related field. An associate's degree may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of the required experience. A contractor's license may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of experience.

Senior Plans Examiner:
High school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of seven (7) years of documented, combined experience in construction, inspections, and plans examination. This experience may include work at the journeyman level, as a superintendent, project manager, or in an equivalent role, and must include at least two (2) years specifically in inspection and plans examination. An associate's degree in engineering, building technology, or a related field may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of the required experience.

A contractor's license may be considered as satisfying up to two (2) years of the required experience.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

Plans Examiner I:
Must possess or have the ability to meet the qualifications of the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) for a Provisional Plans Examiner Certification in at least one (1) primary discipline (Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.). Must obtain Standard Certification within 1 year of hire.

Florida DBPR-approved license preferred.
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

Plans Examiner II:
Must possess…