Building Plans Examiner

Building Plans Examiner 

Assists in a professional manner, architects, engineers, contractors, and other customers in obtaining code compliance as related to the City’s rules and regulations.

The employee will have the responsibility of:

·         Reviewing commercial and multifamily building plans for compliance with adopted construction codes, zoning ordinances, flood prevention ordinances

·         Coordinating review of building plans with Public Works, Planning Department, Fire Department, Health Department, and other related specialized staff

·         Creating plan review report summaries

·         Maintaining statistical data reports of plans review status and progress

·         Assessing all related construction fees inclusive of building construction, plans review fees, and other fees associated with individual trade permits

·         Handling residential pre-application activities related to building

·         Coordinating with Planning Division for zoning use verification

·         Reviewing fence, shed, and swimming pool permit applications for compliance

The work environment will require the employee to:

·         The employee may visit construction sites and other similar places

As an employee with the city of Killeen some benefits are:

·         Health insurance from Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX

·         Dental and Vision insurance

·         Life insurance

·         Retirement through TMRS (Optional 4579(b) Accounts)

·         Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

·         13 paid holidays

·         Wellness Events & Free Gym Membership

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

•        Graduation from high school or equivalent; and three (3) years of experience working at a municipality and prior plan review and/or inspection experience.
•        Associate degree in architecture, engineering, or construction related trades preferred.
•      Work in construction technologies, architectural practices, engineering, inspection, or contracting or any equivalent combination of experience or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; or  any equivalent combination of related education and experience on a year-to-year basis

Special Requirements:

·         Must have a valid Texas driver’s license within ninety (90) days of hire

·         Must have a valid driver’s license by date-of-hire

·         Must obtain Commercial Building Plans Review certification from ICC or other recognized model code agency or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

·         Energy Code Residential Plans Review certification from ICC (per State Law requirements) must be obtained within one (1) year of employment.

·         Energy Code Commercial Plans Review certification from ICC (per State Law requirements) must be obtained within (18) eighteen months of employment