Plans Examiner - 20062612, 20061626

Ohio Department of Commerce; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 5,760,000 - 8,471,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Commerce is seeking a qualified professional to join the Division of Industrial Compliance in Reynoldsburg, OH. The role entails reviewing state building construction documents to ensure conformity with the Ohio Building Code and related standards, coordinating plan reviews with project stakeholders, and keeping abreast of code revisions.

The division also oversees licensing, wage programs, and enforcement, emphasizing public safety, regulatory accuracy, and

Qualifications

• Certificate to practice architecture per Section 4703.06 of Revised Code.
• Certificate of registration as professional engineer per Section 4733.02 of Revised Code.
• Review construction documents for compliance with the Ohio Building Code and related codes.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents submitted for new construction, alteration, addition, & change of occupancy of all state-owned buildings, college & university buildings, & commercial & residential buildings not under jurisdiction of local certified building departments, for compliance with relevant provisions of the Ohio Building Code (OBC), Ohio Revised Code (ORC), & other applicable codes, rules, & standards, etc.
• Plan review items including, but not limited to, site plans, building height & area limitations, building foundation, structural loads, building wall, floor, & roof/ceiling assemblies & their required fire ratings, means of egress, electrical system, mechanical system, fire protection systems, required number of plumbing fixtures, elevator & conveying systems, & accessibility requirements, etc.
• Conducts meetings with owners, contractors, architects, engineers & other involved parties to review, clarify & resolve problems associated with codes & differences in opinions
• Prepares & submits daily work report; maintains office files; keeps abreast of code revisions & latest developments in engineering & architectural fields, material products, evaluation criteria & research reports

Skills

Architecture

Organization

Mathematical Ability

Code Enforcement

Analyzation

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Education

Architecture license

Professional engineer license

Job description

The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensure Ohioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions and municipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code; conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulating ski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured Homes Program, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimum wage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs.

• Review construction documents submitted for new construction, alteration, addition, & change of occupancy of all state-owned buildings, college & university buildings, & commercial & residential buildings not under jurisdiction of local certified building departments, for compliance with relevant provisions of the Ohio Building Code (OBC), Ohio Revised Code (ORC), & other applicable codes, rules, & standards, etc.
• Plan review items including, but not limited to, site plans, building height & area limitations, building foundation, structural loads, building wall, floor, & roof/ceiling assemblies & their required fire ratings, means of egress, electrical system, mechanical system, fire protection systems, required number of plumbing fixtures, elevator & conveying systems, & accessibility requirements, etc.
• Conducts meetings with owners, contractors, architects, engineers & other involved parties to review, clarify & resolve problems associated with codes & differences in opinions
• Prepares & submits daily work report; maintains office files; keeps abreast of code revisions & latest developments in engineering & architectural fields, material products, evaluation criteria & research reports

Certificate to practice architecture per Section 4703.06 of Revised Code or certificate of registration as professional engineer per Section 4733.02 of Revised Code.

Job Skills

Architecture

Organization

Commerce

Work Location

Commerce Tussing Road

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Reynoldsburg

Compensation

$41.81-$61.49

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

Mathematical Ability, Code Enforcement

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork