Plans Examiner ; Residential

Salary
$4,503.20 - $5,392.40 Monthly
Location
City Hall, WA
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Community Development
Division
Code Administration
Opening Date
10/08/2026
Closing Date
10/22/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME

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Initial candidate eligibility is based on the job application and any accompanying documentation. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide sufficient information and details within the body of the application (education and work experience sections) to permit the City of Yakima to properly evaluate the candidate's qualification, abilities and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position.

For calculation of experience, one year of experience equals 12 months with a minimum of 173.33 hours per month. Additional required documents must be attached. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application fields.

Minimum Requirements

Overview and Minimum Class Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent plus six (6) months of general office work with two (2) years of related experience in building permits, code compliance, fire or building inspection or, skilled trades such as carpentry, HVAC or plumbing or related field. A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, a related field may substitute for the required work experience. Possession of International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or a Building or Residential Plans Examiner Certificate from the International Code Council (ICC) may substitute for one 1 year of work experience.

Education or experience with an emphasis on understanding municipal codes and building regulations is preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Must obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR certificate and a valid certification as a Plans Examiner from the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or a Building or Residential Plans Examiner Certificate from the International Code Council (ICC) within six (6) months of appointment.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, coordinates the permit application and issuance process by ensuring the completeness of applications and supporting documentation. Performs professional and technical level work in the building code enforcement field by the review of plans, specifications, and calculations to verify their conformance to the building construction related codes adopted by the City of Yakima. Provides advice to the public and other staff members, on the engineering, fire and life safety, mechanical, plumbing aspects of the uniform codes.

Performs related work as required and related regulations as directed by Ordinance, Resolution and the Urban Area Zoning Ordinance.

Essential Functions

Accepts permit applications and performs initial review of all applications for compliance with requirements of a completed permit application.
Records all permit applications and routes to the appropriate agency for review.
Calculates fees and valuations and collect fees.
Issues all permits covered by the Code Administration Division.
Reviews plans, specifications and blue prints for construction to ensure compliance with City Building, Fire, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes; zoning laws, land use, and other related matters. Writes letters of correction/acceptance.
Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, and other permit applicants to assist them in understanding the code requirements; research into the intent of code requirements to assist people in their attempt to comply with such requirements.
Responds to counter/phone inquiries regarding construction and building code regulations and dispenses information regarding zoning, utility location and building codes.
Tracks and answers questions as to status of permit applications, contacts applicants when permits are ready for issuance.
Provides a variety of information regarding construction projects, utilities, zoning easements, and other City records.
Verify code compliance of life safety features of buildings, such as; exiting, stairs, handrails, guardrails, corridors, pathway lighting, door types and operation, materials of construction, allowable floor areas, building heights, etc.
Technical review of plans to verify compliance of required health and welfare features of building plans such as: minimum light and ventilation, heating and cooling equipment, air handling equipment, plumbing systems, water distribution and waste drainage systems.
Technical review of construction plans, specifications and calculations to verify…