Plans Examiner

City of Richland; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richland is seeking a Plan Examiner to join Development Services. The position reviews building plans for compliance with the International Building Codes, working under the Building Official.

Preference may be given to ICC Commercial Plans Examiner certification, and the role requires a valid driver’s license and relevant experience. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and several years of plans examining or related building inspection experience; Bluebeam Revu

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Valid International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plans Examiner or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• High school diploma or GED, and three years' experience in plans examining, permitting, or building inspection.
• Experience performing commercial plans reviews.
• Valid International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Plans Examiner.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.

Responsibilities

• Review building and construction plans for compliance with codes.
• Work under the limited supervision of the Building Official.
• Participate in the application and selection process and conduct qualifications screening.

Skills

Plan review experience

ICC certification

Bluebeam Revu proficiency

Compliance review

Education

High school diploma or GED

ICC Commercial Plans Examiner certification

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Pay Range

$38.77 - $56.37 Hourly

Midpoint

$47.57 Hourly

Starting salaries generally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.

The City is looking for a Plan Examiner to join our team in Development Services. If you have experience in commercial or residential building plan review and a strong working knowledge of the International Building Codes, this may be the opportunity you're looking for!

Preference may be given to candidates holding an ICC Commercial Plans Examiner certification.

This position is open until filled.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Performs intermediate skilled administrative support work reviewing building and construction plans for compliance, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Building Official ("supervisor").

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable), and an interview process. The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference check commensurate to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver's license.


• Valid International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Plans Examiner or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED, and three (3) years' experience in plans examining, permitting, or building inspection, including one (1) year experience in building construction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience performing commercial plans reviews.


• Valid International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Plans Examiner.


• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), martial or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided for participation in the application and selection process, if requested. Persons with a disability who need assistance must notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed at the time of application and prior to the closing date by calling [phone].

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