PLANS EXAMINER/INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL (Multiple Positions)

Browardschools; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 75,382 - 107,939; Full time

Job summary

Broward Schools in Oakland Park is seeking a Plans Examiner/Inspector - Mechanical to ensure code compliance during the plan review and construction phases of projects in accordance with Florida Building Codes and contract documents.

The role requires substantial experience and appropriate state certifications, with responsibilities spanning plan reviews, on-site inspections, reporting, and coordination with Facilities Department staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ten years of relevant experience in the last 15 years.
• Or an associate degree with eight years of experience.
• Or a bachelor's degree with five years of experience.
• Florida Mechanical Inspector and Mechanical Plans Examiner certificates required.
• Experience in plan reviews and inspections.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, codes and regulations.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform plan reviews and inspections for compliance with Florida Building Codes and contract documents.
• Inspect contractor work to ensure compliance with approved drawings and standards.
• Prepare inspection reports with photos, video and notes documenting compliance.
• Review construction documents for contract conformity and standards.
• Monitor testing in the field and observe inspections by authorities.

Skills

Plan review experience

Inspection experience

Contract documents interpretation

Computer skills

Education

GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Florida Mechanical Inspector certificate

Job description

Job Title: PLANS EXAMINER/INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL (Multiple Positions)

Posting Start Date: 7/15/26

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Requisition ID: 21849

Work Location: BUILDING DEPARTMENT

City: OAKLAND PARK

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POSITION GOAL

To ensure code compliance and satisfactory quality control during the plan review and construction phase of all construction projects in conformance with Florida Building Codes and the contract documents.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Plans Examiner/Inspector - Mechanical shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below.

• Perform plan review and inspections, verifying compliance with the Florida Building Codes and the contract documents.
• Inspect contractor's work to ensure compliance with contract documents, approved shop drawings, State Board of Education rules, all applicable codes, standards, and approved practices for quality control.
• Prepare inspection reports utilizing written materials, photographs, video and other media to document contractor compliance with contract requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Review the construction documents to ensure compliance with contract documents, approved shop drawings, State Board of Education rules, all applicable codes, standards, and approved practices for quality control.
• Monitor all testing performed in the field; i.e., soil test borings and compaction tests, concrete slump tests; monitor special testing in the laboratory, if required.
• Observe inspections provided by municipal and other jurisdictional authorities relative to work in right-of-ways, off-site, or other project specific requirements.
• Monitor project progress in relation to construction schedule and report quickly all unacceptable work, provide reinspection and report on the contractor’s correction of defective work.
• Conduct spot inspections to verify the maintenance of as-built drawings and verify variations in the work from the latest drawings and specifications.
• When requested, attend and participate in field meetings with project consultant, contractor and Facilities Department personnel.
• Assist in the development of departmental inspection checklists, protocols, guidelines and procedures.
• Participate, when requested, in the District's formal review of construction drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
• Assist in the inspection and evaluation of candidate properties facilities being considered for District purchase/use.
• Provide occupancy inspections and certifications as required by the State Requirements for Educational Facilities.
• Assist in solving field problems through recommendation and coordination with the Project Management team.
• Assist, when requested, in monthly requisition meetings and verify amount of work completed for conformance to contractors' requests for payment.
• Assist in inspections and preparation of "Punch Lists" at substantial completion, final completion, and one-year guarantee periods.
• Assist in the preparation of consultant and contractor Performance Evaluation Reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience, within the last fifteen (15) years, in the field or trade related to the title of the position.
• OR
• An earned associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience, within the last thirteen (13) years, in the field or trade related to the title of the position.
• OR
• An earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience, within the last ten (10) years, in the field or trade related to the title of the position.
• Must hold a current Standard Certificate as a Florida Mechanical Inspector and Mechanical Plans Examiner issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations, as per FS 468.
• Required experience in the completion of plan reviews and inspections.
• Experience in the understanding and interpretation of contract documents, codes and regulations.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Preferred a State of Florida Mechanical Contractor's License.
• Preferred experience understanding and interpreting School Board Policies.
• Bilingual skills.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

Frequently communicates with Area Directors, Principals, internal Facilities and Construction and Maintenance Operations staff as well as external consulting firms and materials manufacturers to ensure effective construction plans and/or building inspections by eliminating code and construction deficiencies to produce safe, cost effective projects which are completed in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.
• Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review this position's complete job description, access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: SS-014.3

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Work Calendar: 244 Day Cal

Classification: Exempt

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PAYGRADE 25 - $75,382.00-$107,939.00