With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Plans Examiner II & Senior – Building/Fire. 
 
 The Plans Examiner II & Senior positions report to the Plan Review Supervisor. The primary function of these positions is to conduct reviews and analyses of residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects, as well as assist in projects from permit application to final inspection. These positions conduct plan reviews, makes field visits, and reviews applications and related documents to ensure compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and ordinances while providing information and technical assistance to internal and external customers. 
This position is currently on a 4/10 work schedule. Offices are closed on Fridays. This position has the potential to work remotely although some office and site visits will be required. 
First review of applications will take place on Thursday, May 16, 2024, then every other Thursday thereafter while the posting is open. At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:
 
 
 Plans Examiner II Fire/Building candidates must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). 
• At least one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in a related field, such as building construction, engineering, environmental, architecture, blueprint reading, electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing.
• 3-4 years working experience within a building and planning environment.
• Fire Plan Review experience preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job classification.
• Two (2) ICC certifications, one of which must be from the Building or Fire Plans Examiner category. The second may be from the residential or commercial, plan review, or inspection category.  
• Valid Driver's License. 
• The Pay range for a Plans Examiner II is $30.32 -$45.48.

 
Plans Examiner Sr. Fire/Building candidates must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Up to one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in Building Construction, Engineering, Fire Science, Environmental, Architecture, Blueprint Reading, Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing.
• 4-5 years of experience within a building, engineering, or planning environment using computer aided or pencil drafted construction drawing, distributing, and organizing construction plans and documents, inspecting construction sites, reviewing construction drawings, and providing guidance and approval of construction projects within government and/or consultant office.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job classification.
• Three (3) ICC Certifications, one of the three must be a Commercial Building Plans Examiner Certification.
• Fire Plan Review experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with plan review, management, and inspection software.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• The Pay range for a Plans Examiner Senior is $32.99 - $49.99.

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Knowledge of landscape and irrigation design principles, planning and zoning principles, construction terminology, and spatial and mathematical concepts.
• Skill in computer-aided and/or pencil-drafted construction drawing, reading, and interpreting written materials and technical drawings, reviewing construction drawings for quality and content, and conducting site inspections. 
• Reviewing and analyzing planning documents.
• Preparing and presenting reports, correspondence, maps, studies, and related items. 
• Conducting site inspections.
• Excellent communication skills for corresponding with internal and external customers. 

Plans Examiner II & Senior levels are At-Will positions and are FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation. Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With over 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Gilbert has been named among the top 100 Healthiest Employers, the Most Prosperous City in the Country, Best Place to Live, Work and Play, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies to Work For, and more. 
We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today: https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvcIn addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more.
 
 Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.
 
 Let's get this adventure started!
 
 Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.