Fire & Building Plans Examiner

Public Safety; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Department of Public Safety is seeking a Plan Review professional to examine and review complex building plans for compliance with International Building, Fire, Mechanical and Fuel Gas Codes applicable in Alaska.

Based in Anchorage, the role focuses on reviewing plans for schools, hospitals, and large commercial facilities, advising on code interpretations, and supporting the Alaska State Fire Marshal's mission to protect life and property.

Qualifications

• Principles of engineering as applied to fire prevention and life safety.
• Appropriate safety and fire protection methods as related to building construction or alterations.
• Principles, practices, materials and equipment used in industrial, residential and commercial construction.
• Interpretation of federal, state, and municipal codes governing housing and building construction, including the Uniform Building Code and Standards, Uniform Fire Code and Standards, Uniform Mechanical Code, International Building, Fire and Mechanical code and associated referenced standards.
• equivalent to those typically gained by: Three years of experience either reviewing construction plans and specifications or performing building construction inspections for compliance with regulations regarding design and construction codes.

Responsibilities

• Examine and review complex plans and specifications for compliance with building, fire, mechanical and fuel gas codes.
• Establish and approve occupancy sizes, fire safety requirements and fire protection systems in plans.
• Advise on regulations and code interpretations; draft procedures to improve plan review efficiency.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Writing

Job description

Alaska Department of Public Safety is seeking a Plan Review professional to examine and review complex building plans for compliance with International Building, Fire, Mechanical and Fuel Gas Codes applicable in Alaska.

Based in Anchorage, the role focuses on reviewing plans for schools, hospitals, and large commercial facilities, advising on code interpretations, and supporting the Alaska State Fire Marshal's mission to protect life and property.