Engineering Technician - Building Plans & Permits

City of Fort Lauderdale; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Engineering Technician to review plans, assist in complex projects, and conduct inspections of new and existing buildings to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

You will respond to public inquiries, prepare reports, and collaborate with built environment staff to evaluate design compliance. A path to applying and professional development is offered by the Urban Engineering Division.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least 6 months of related training in engineering or construction.
• At least 1 year of engineering or construction experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Veterans’ Preference requires DD214 and service-connected disability documentation if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate construction plans, specifications, and calculations for residential and commercial building construction to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Assist engineers and project managers with segments of complex projects by reviewing limited aspects of such projects.
• Perform inspections of new construction and existing improvements to verify compliance with codes and regulations.
• Provide written directives for issuing permits for residential and commercial construction.
• Answer questions from the public, builders, developers, architects, and engineers about codes, ordinances, and engineering standards.
• Prepare and maintain written reports, records of plan reviews, inspections, and actions taken.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking an Engineering Technician to review plans, assist in complex projects, and conduct inspections of new and existing buildings to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

You will respond to public inquiries, prepare reports, and collaborate with built environment staff to evaluate design compliance. A path to applying and professional development is offered by the Urban Engineering Division.