Plans Examiner II #JR100404

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria seeks a Plans Examiner II to perform advanced plan reviews for complex building projects, including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with adopted codes and city standards. You will prepare and complete reviews with attention to structural documents for commercial, industrial, and residential projects.

Ideal candidates will coordinate with internal teams, advise on code interpretations, and maintain comprehensive records.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in plan review or similar roles.
• Two-year college program or equivalent knowledge required.
• Arizona Class D driver's license preferred upon hire.
• ICC certifications as specified are preferred or required within one year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with staff, project managers, and departments.
• Advise engineers, architects, contractors, government officials, utility representatives, and the public on code changes, interpretations, and methods.
• Plan review activities including maintaining records and files; enter plan review discrepancies into a tracking system; perform admin tasks and respond to inquiries.
• Assist with the development counter, answering questions of a technical nature and explaining City policies and codes.

Skills

Experience 4-6 years

Education

Two-year college program

ICC Residential Certifications (Building/Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical)

ICC Building/Fire Plans Examiner Certification

ICC Building Plan Review (NFPA 101) certification within 1 year

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• 4-6 years’ experience. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Education:

• Two-year college program or equivalent combinations resulting in accumulation of similar knowledge or skills.

Physical Demands:

• Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Certifications & Other Requirements:

• Valid Arizona Class “D” Driver’s License upon hire.
• Two Certifications from International Code Council (ICC) Residential: Building, Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical preferred. ICC Building/Fire Plans Examiner Certification.
• ICC Building Plan Review NFPA 101 Plan Review or equivalent certification from another qualified source/agency within one year of hire.

The City of Peoria’s Development & Engineering Department has excellent opportunities for a Plans Examiner II. This position will provide advanced plans review support. This is accomplished by preparing and completing plan reviews of complex buildings, including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical for compliance. The reviews will involve structural construction documents and reports for commercial, industrial, and residential projects to ensure compliance with applicable adopted codes, city ordinances, and construction standards.

This position will

• Coordinate work with other staff, project managers, and departments.
• Advise engineers, architects, contractors, government officials, utility representatives, and the general public on code changes, interpretations, and methods.
• Plan review activities including maintaining records and files associated with the plan review process; entering plan review discrepancies into a computerized tracking system, performing various administrative tasks, and providing oral and written responses to inquiries.
• Assist with the development counter, answering questions of a technical nature and explaining City policies and codes.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• Be a results-oriented people-person.
• Provide superior leadership and expertise to fellow plans examiners and staff.
• Accept responsibility for maintaining detailed records and upholding a safe and efficient environment.

Why Peoria?

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees:

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.