Mechanical Plans Reviewer

Summary

Performs a variety of routine and complex technical and administrative work in mechanical plans review and analysis to determine compliance with all applicable codes as well as accepted standards relating to building codes. Provides technical assistance to field inspectors in all matters relating to building codes. Exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under the general direction of the Chief Mechanical Official.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Interprets and enforces all mechanical provisions of the Florida Building Code.

Reviews plans and applications for permits to ensure compliance with mechanical codes, laws and ordinances. Advises applicants of required changes. Gives approval on mechanical plans.

May assist with occasional mechanical inspections in the field.

Assists the Building Official or Deputy Building Official as needed.

Performs other related tasks as required.

Qualifications

Certified as a Mechanical Plans Examiner by the State of Florida and the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals in accordance with Chapter 8, Article 2 of the County Code, and be qualified as one of the following:

(1) Possess a current Master General Mechanical Contractor license issued by the Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board and have five years of field experience under that certification, or combined experience with an Air Conditioning Contractor (Limited or Unlimited) issued by the Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, or combined experience with an Air Conditioning A or B Contractor license issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board; or

(2) Possess a current State Certified Mechanical Contractor license issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board and have five years of field experience under that certification, or combined experience with an Air Conditioning A or B Contractor license issued by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board, or combined experience with an Air Conditioning Contractor (Limited or Unlimited) issued by the Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board; or

(3) Possess a current Florida Professional Engineer license having obtained the license pursuant to examination in the mechanical discipline and have five years of experience under that license; or

(4) Possess a current Florida Professional Engineer license and have 10 years of experience under that license; or

(5) Possess a current Broward County Master Mechanical license, have five years of field experience under that license, and have applied for and received a Master General Mechanical Contractor license reciprocity with Miami-Dade County.

Valid Florida Driver's License

HOLIDAYS: 16 days including 3 floating days.

SICK LEAVE: 96 hours annually.

ANNUAL LEAVE: 80 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 188 hours after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 work days for the death of a family member in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.

MEDICAL INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE: Available to all employees through payroll deduction.

LIFE INSURANCE : Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary, fully paid by the City (up to $200,000).

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans available, such as Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.

LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to employees through payroll deductions.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees are given the option to defer a portion of their pre-tax salary into the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $2000 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) for approved college coursework.

SAFETY GLASSES: Required safety glasses are provided every 2 years.

RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:

• Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission.
• Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees.
• Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 50% off camps and other programs.

Golf at Biltmore & Granada:

• Monday through Friday – no charge.
• Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:
• Before Noon – Twilight fees apply
• After Noon – No charge

***Note: Benefits subject to change.***

Please refer to the collective bargaining agreement for current benefits.