Advanced Plans Examiner II – Building & Fire Code Review

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria is seeking a Plans Examiner II to perform advanced plans review for complex buildings, ensuring compliance with adopted codes and city standards. You will coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and public officials, addressing plan discrepancies and providing clear written and oral guidance.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6 years of experience, a two-year college background, and relevant ICC certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4–6 years in plan review or similar roles.
• Education: Two-year college program or equivalent.
• Licenses/Certifications: Arizona Class D license on hire; ICC Residential Building/Electrical/Plumbing/Mech preferred; ICC Building/Fire Plans Examiner; NFPA 101 Plan Review within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Review complex building plans (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) for code compliance.
• Coordinate with staff, project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, and public officials.
• Advise on code changes, interpretations and methods; maintain plan review records in the tracking system.
• Assist the development counter by answering technical questions and explaining City policies and codes.

Skills

Code interpretation

Plan reviews

Stakeholder communication

Education

Two-year college

Job description

The City of Peoria is seeking a Plans Examiner II to perform advanced plans review for complex buildings, ensuring compliance with adopted codes and city standards. You will coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and public officials, addressing plan discrepancies and providing clear written and oral guidance.

Ideal candidates bring 4–6 years of experience, a two-year college background, and relevant ICC certifications.