City of Fayetteville
Hiring Range
$29.99 - $38.23 per hour
Application Notice INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Overview The City of Fayetteville is currently recruiting for a Plans Examiner to, under limited supervision, perform plan review to ensure compliance with NC State Building Codes; perform highly technical work by reviewing plans, specifications, and calculations to verify conformance to the technical construction related codes adopted by the State of North Carolina and the City of Fayetteville; provide information to the public and other staff for building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing aspects of these technical codes; assist when necessary with the permit application process to ensure completeness of applications and supporting documentation; perform related work as required and directed by ordinance, resolution, and state law.
Responsibilities
Conduct compliance review of plans and specifications of new construction, additions, and alterations to residential, commercial, and all other types of structures; determine compliance with the provisions of applicable technical construction codes, ordinances, and regulations; review technical construction plans for change of use, occupancy, or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
Review submitted drawings of proposed construction for compliance submitted by applicants seeking authority to obtain a construction permit; review and authorize sign permits issuance after structural review and approval; authorize approval of the project plans for the issuance of construction permits; prepare reports of activities and write letters of corrections/acceptance.
Review applications from the public to ensure necessary information is provided; assist in providing appropriate information related to the completeness of the application and explain the application process.
Prepare correspondence to homeowners, contractors, and others for needed corrective action on reviewed construction drawings along with the technical code and ordinances references that apply; discuss with customers compliance notices that have been issued requesting compliance that relate to violations and maintain records of the information provided for possible legal actions.
Answer questions and provide information to the public, real estate agents, bankers, contractors, architects, and homeowners regarding all technical codes and related issues; confer with architects, contractors, builders, and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret requirements and restrictions; confer with inspectors and personnel from other departments and divisions; recommend action; assist staff in solving controversial issues.
Research computer records and files regarding a variety of building related issues; maintain files and reports regarding plan review activities and findings; prepare daily reports of plan review activities performed and results.
Provide technical information and make appropriate recommendations on fire‑damaged buildings to ensure the customer has all appropriate and sufficient information to determine the scope of the damage and areas needing repair.
Monitor the review process by routing applications and plans; track applications through the approval process. Notify supervisor of applications requiring special attention to expedite the approval process.
Review construction project submittals for compliance based on North Carolina State Building Code.
Advise and assist department staff on technical matters as needed.
Experience & Training Experience : Four years of increasingly responsible plans examiner and/or inspection experience involving the full range of plans examiner and/or inspection duties.
Training : Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
Licensing & Certifications
North Carolina Standard Inspection Level III certification in one trade and a Level II certification in another trade (Level III Electrical certification preferred).
Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability.
Preferred : NC Standard Inspection certifications in other trades.
Selection Process The selection process is anticipated to last approximately 4‑6 weeks. The process will consist of a panel interview with the selected candidate, subject to a pre‑employment drug screen, background check, and driving check.
Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Application Notice INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING YOUR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Overview The City of Fayetteville is currently recruiting for a Plans Examiner to, under limited supervision, perform plan review to ensure compliance with NC State Building Codes; perform highly technical work by reviewing plans, specifications, and calculations to verify conformance to the technical construction related codes adopted by the State of North Carolina and the City of Fayetteville; provide information to the public and other staff for building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing aspects of these technical codes; assist when necessary with the permit application process to ensure completeness of applications and supporting documentation; perform related work as required and directed by ordinance, resolution, and state law.
Responsibilities
Conduct compliance review of plans and specifications of new construction, additions, and alterations to residential, commercial, and all other types of structures; determine compliance with the provisions of applicable technical construction codes, ordinances, and regulations; review technical construction plans for change of use, occupancy, or compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
Review submitted drawings of proposed construction for compliance submitted by applicants seeking authority to obtain a construction permit; review and authorize sign permits issuance after structural review and approval; authorize approval of the project plans for the issuance of construction permits; prepare reports of activities and write letters of corrections/acceptance.
Review applications from the public to ensure necessary information is provided; assist in providing appropriate information related to the completeness of the application and explain the application process.
Prepare correspondence to homeowners, contractors, and others for needed corrective action on reviewed construction drawings along with the technical code and ordinances references that apply; discuss with customers compliance notices that have been issued requesting compliance that relate to violations and maintain records of the information provided for possible legal actions.
Answer questions and provide information to the public, real estate agents, bankers, contractors, architects, and homeowners regarding all technical codes and related issues; confer with architects, contractors, builders, and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret requirements and restrictions; confer with inspectors and personnel from other departments and divisions; recommend action; assist staff in solving controversial issues.
Research computer records and files regarding a variety of building related issues; maintain files and reports regarding plan review activities and findings; prepare daily reports of plan review activities performed and results.
Provide technical information and make appropriate recommendations on fire‑damaged buildings to ensure the customer has all appropriate and sufficient information to determine the scope of the damage and areas needing repair.
Monitor the review process by routing applications and plans; track applications through the approval process. Notify supervisor of applications requiring special attention to expedite the approval process.
Review construction project submittals for compliance based on North Carolina State Building Code.
Advise and assist department staff on technical matters as needed.
Experience & Training Experience : Four years of increasingly responsible plans examiner and/or inspection experience involving the full range of plans examiner and/or inspection duties.
Training : Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field.
Licensing & Certifications
North Carolina Standard Inspection Level III certification in one trade and a Level II certification in another trade (Level III Electrical certification preferred).
Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability.
Preferred : NC Standard Inspection certifications in other trades.
Selection Process The selection process is anticipated to last approximately 4‑6 weeks. The process will consist of a panel interview with the selected candidate, subject to a pre‑employment drug screen, background check, and driving check.
Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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