Structural Plans Examiner Job at Hollywoodfl (Hollywood)

Job Description

This is inspection, administrative and supervisory work in securing compliance with the city building regulations, codes and ordinances. An employee in this class is responsible for compliance in the inspection of buildings, structures, and premises for conformance with building code, for assigning and reviewing the work of other building inspectors, and for reviewing structural plans. Work requires the use of technical knowledge and discretion in reviewing plans for and inspecting a variety of projects. Unusual or difficult technical and enforcement problems are reviewed with the Chief Building Official, who also reviews periodic inspection reports and work when necessary.

Job Responsibility

Supervises employees and inspects buildings in the process of construction for compliance with building code requirements
inspects sites before construction for practicability of plans
Supervises and coordinates inspections for alteration and repair jobs by checking sites, existing buildings and work in process
examines plans submitted with permit applications for conformance with building requirements
Receives applications and plans, checks structural features of plans, answers inquiries concerning building code requirements
Prepares reports of building inspections and investigations
recommends interpretations of any revisions to building regulations
trains new building inspectors
Attends seminars and training courses to stay informed on new developments in the related field and to obtain current information of code changes
Must effectively and positively represents the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation
Must establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers
Performs related work as required for this position description only

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License
Must be certified as required by the State of Florida, BCAIB as a Structural Plans Examiner and as a Structural Inspector
Architects and Engineers are exempt from BCAIB only
Must be certified by Board of Rules and Appeals and meet at least one of the following qualifications: Per Chapter 104.8 of the Florida Building Code, Broward County Amendments, to be eligible for appointment as a Structural Plans Examiner such person shall be certified as required by the State of Florida, Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Structural Plans Examiner and Structural Inspector
Such person shall be certified by Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals and shall meet one or more of the following qualifications: 1. An Architect or an Engineer in the discipline requested and having practiced within the HVHZ for at least three(3) years, and two (2) years as a Structural Inspector
Or 2. Ten (10) years experience as a licensed General Contractor (Unlimited), five (5) years of which shall have been construction experience in the Structural discipline within the HVHZ, and two (2) years as a Structural Inspector within the HVHZ
Or 3. Five (5) years experience in the State of Florida Structural Plans Examiner or Structural Inspector, three (3) years of construction experience in the Structural discipline, which shall have been within the HVHZ and certified by the BCAIB
Note: An applicant for Certification as a Chief Structural Inspector or Structural Plans Examiner under the provisions of this section who is a graduate from an accredited school holding a Bachelor or Associate of Science Degree in Engineering, Architecture or Building Construction may be credited for three (3) years for Bachelor Degree or one (1) year for an Associate Degree of the required ten-year experience for the Structural discipline as listed above
In addition to the education credit, an applicant who is certified as required by the State of Florida, BCAIB as a (Structural) Plans Examiner may be credited for two (2) years of the ten (10) years in section 104.8.2 and one (1) year of the five (5) years as specified in section 104.8.3
Such credit shall not reduce the two (2) year experience requirement as a Structural Inspector to be certified as a Chief Structural Inspector or Structural Plans Examiner
An applicant for Certification as a Structural Plans Examiner under the provisions of this section, who has five (5) years experience as a licensed General Contractor (unlimited), two (2) years of which shall have been construction experience in the Structural discipline within the HVHZ and two (2) years experience as a Structural/Building Inspector
An applicant for Certification as Chief Structural Inspector or Structural Plans Examiner under the provisions of this section, who has passed the BORA HVHZ Competency exam may substitute experience within the State of Florida for the required HVHZ experience requirements as specified in Section 104.8.1, 104.8.2, 104.8.3 and 104.8.5
Applicants shall possess a current Certificate of Competency as a General Contractor (Unlimited) issued by: A. Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board. B. Broward County Central Examining Board of Building Construction Trades (as Class “A” Unlimited General Contractor). C. Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, Block proctored, issued on or after January 1, 1968. D. Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation as an architect or engineer
State General Contractors License
State and County Building Inspector License
State and County Building Plans Examiner License
Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of building construction work, including building inspection work
Knowledge of all types of building construction materials and methods, and of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected
Knowledge of city and building codes and related laws and ordinances
Ability to detect structural and other faults and to appraise for quality of construction and physical depreciation
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and blue-prints quickly and accurately and to compare them with construction in process
Ability to consult with and enlist the cooperation of building owners, contractors, and the public and to establish effective working relationships with builders and their representatives
Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public

What we offer

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Low cost health insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans
4-Day Work Week
Award Winning Wellness Program
Generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (for those with 10 years of public service and on-time payments)

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