What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plans Examiner position at Carrboro, Town of (NC)?
Under general supervision, this position performs specialized plan review of residential, commercial and other types of occupancy/use classifications. The position will also provide support for the administration of the minimum housing code and field inspection of construction projects for the installation of new, existing, and remodeled structures. Work may be performed in the following areas of trade certification: plans examination, building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical and structural to determine compliance with the current codes and standards adopted by the State and Town.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. Duties may also require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs or ladders, and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively, both in person and over the phone, and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.
Heavy Physical Demands
This position may require occasional and demanding physical activity. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds frequently and more than seventy-five (75) pounds occasionally with assistance.
Environment
Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in varied indoor and outdoor locations. The noise level is typically variable depending on activities or location. This position frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, or airborne particles, work in proximity to moving mechanical parts or machinery and may encounter potentially hazardous materials.
*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently adhering to the Town’s mission statement and policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to illustrate the responsibilities of this position and is not all-encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement, and the Town may revise or change these duties at any time.
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Plans Examiner I:
Requires a minimum of two (2) years of construction experience, or a minimum of one (1) year of building inspection or residential plan review experience.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner, or the ability to obtain this Certification as specified during the hiring terms and an additional ICC Certification in one (1) of the areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical or electrical. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code is preferred.
Plans Examiner II:
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of construction experience, or a minimum of three (3) years of building inspection experience, or a minimum of two (2) years of residential or commercial plan review experience. Candidates shall be an employee of the Town of Carrboro for at least one (1) year.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner. Additional ICC Certifications in one (1) or more areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical or accessibility. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code shall be required.
Plans Examiner III:
Requires a minimum of four (4) years of construction experience, or a minimum of four (4) years of building inspection experience, or a minimum of three (3) years of residential or commercial plan review experience. Candidates shall be an employee of the Town of Carrboro for at least two (2) years.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner. Additional ICC Certifications in two (2) or more areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical or accessibility. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code shall be required.Preferred Education (All Levels)
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Requires use of general office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary, including but not limited to technical devices, mechanical tools, equipment, public-safety-related items, or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position, the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements:
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. Duties may also require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs or ladders, and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively, both in person and over the phone, and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.
Heavy Physical Demands
This position may require occasional and demanding physical activity. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds frequently and more than seventy-five (75) pounds occasionally with assistance.
Environment
Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in varied indoor and outdoor locations. The noise level is typically variable depending on activities or location. This position frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, or airborne particles, work in proximity to moving mechanical parts or machinery and may encounter potentially hazardous materials.
*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently adhering to the Town’s mission statement and policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to illustrate the responsibilities of this position and is not all-encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement, and the Town may revise or change these duties at any time.
- Reviews building construction plans, drawings, calculations, and specifications for compliance with adopted building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, energy, and fire/life safety codes.
- Identifies plan deficiencies and prepares written correction notices; confers with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and the public to resolve code compliance issues.
- Coordinates with field inspection staff to ensure approved plans are interpreted consistently during construction; may perform limited site inspections to verify compliance.
- Reviews proposed occupancy classifications and safety features of structures.
- Assists in the issuance of building permits and calculates applicable review or permit fees.
- Maintains complete and accurate records of plan reviews, correspondence, logs, and reports.
- Assists in the administration of the minimum housing standards including responses to complaints/violations, plan review and related inspections. Coordinates with other departments and divisions as necessary.
- Provides customer service to design professionals, contractors, developers, and the public regarding building codes, plan submittal requirements and permitting processes.
- Keeps current with code updates and attends training, certification, or professional development classes.
- Participates in pre-application meetings, pre-construction meetings and project coordination as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as required.
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
- Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Education, training or experience as an architect, draftsman/drafter, engineer or similar designer may be substituted for certain education, training and experience requirements.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
Plans Examiner I:
Requires a minimum of two (2) years of construction experience, or a minimum of one (1) year of building inspection or residential plan review experience.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner, or the ability to obtain this Certification as specified during the hiring terms and an additional ICC Certification in one (1) of the areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical or electrical. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code is preferred.
Plans Examiner II:
Requires a minimum of three (3) years of construction experience, or a minimum of three (3) years of building inspection experience, or a minimum of two (2) years of residential or commercial plan review experience. Candidates shall be an employee of the Town of Carrboro for at least one (1) year.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner. Additional ICC Certifications in one (1) or more areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical or accessibility. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code shall be required.
Plans Examiner III:
Requires a minimum of four (4) years of construction experience, or a minimum of four (4) years of building inspection experience, or a minimum of three (3) years of residential or commercial plan review experience. Candidates shall be an employee of the Town of Carrboro for at least two (2) years.
Requires ICC Certification as a Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner. Additional ICC Certifications in two (2) or more areas of certification: building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical or accessibility. Knowledge of the State energy conservation code shall be required.Preferred Education (All Levels)
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid North Carolina driver's license or ability to obtain.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two (2) years of construction experience, or one (1) year of building inspection or residential plan review experience.
- ICC Residential Plans Examiner certification, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
- Additional ICC certification in Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, or Electrical preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Three (3) years of construction experience, three (3) years of building inspection experience, or two (2) years of residential or commercial plan review experience.
- ICC Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner certifications required.
- Additional ICC certification in one or more code disciplines (Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or Accessibility) required.
- Knowledge of the North Carolina Energy Conservation Code required.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Six (6) years of construction experience, four (4) years of building inspection experience, or three (3) years of residential or commercial plan review experience.
- ICC Residential and Commercial Plans Examiner certifications required.
- Two (2) or more additional ICC certifications in code disciplines (Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or Accessibility) required.
- Demonstrated ability to review complex projects, provide technical guidance, and assist with training or mentoring staff.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge of and experience with the principles, practices and techniques of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural codes.
- Knowledge of municipal building codes and enforcement of codes.
- Knowledge of design and construction methods.
- Knowledge of possible defects and flaws in building construction and corrective measures.
- Skill to identify potential issues and problem-solve with an ability to suggest workable solutions that comply with or meet the intent of the adopted code.
- Commitment to and skill in the provision of customer service.
- Skill in the use of computers, various software programs and other types of modern office equipment.
- Skill in verbal and written communication.
- Ability to read and interpret a variety of building plans, codes and design guidance.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work with limited supervision in plan review and while in the field, with the ability to follow specific directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, problem-solve and represent the Town with builders, contractors, developers and the public.
- Ability to analyze and resolve difficult problems while working with customers to manage conflict.
Requires use of general office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary, including but not limited to technical devices, mechanical tools, equipment, public-safety-related items, or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position, the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle.
Salary : $55,627 - $74,820