City of Fife
Building Inspector – Plans Examiner
City of Fife
Under the direction of the Building Official or Community Development Director in the absence of a Building Official, the building inspector‑plans examiner is responsible for inspecting commercial, residential and industrial construction sites, reviewing permit applications and plans, and ensuring compliance with all building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, energy, accessibility, and related City, State, and Federal construction codes, ordinances, regulations, and safety standards.
Essential Duties
Collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers and others to resolve discrepancies between approved construction plans and on‑site construction development and activities.
Serve as a technical resource to City personnel and outside agencies concerning compliance issues; respond to inquiries and provide recommendations on proper construction practices, field procedures, code revisions, and problem resolution techniques; interpret, apply and explain code requirements and ordinances.
Process, produce and maintain electronic and paper application records and reports related to permitting, inspections, compliance and assigned activities.
Inspect commercial and residential construction sites and structures to determine and ensure compliance with all codes and regulations; identify code violations.
Prioritize and schedule site inspections, plan reviews, and associated meetings.
Investigate and resolve alleged code violations; prepare detailed correction notices and correspondence to clarify policy, correction notices and plan review comments.
Inspect construction sites as necessary to ensure correction of noted violations; locate and resolve illegal construction; suspend work at construction sites within established timelines if violations have not been corrected.
Review and evaluate construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with all adopted codes, guidelines, and regulations; compare drawings with buildings under construction and identify discrepancies and issues.
Approve building permit applications according to established procedures.
Other Duties
Evaluate building damage and provide assessment of overall building safety under applicable standards.
Attend a variety of assigned meetings.
Promote open and effective communications between the Community Development Department and owners, architects, contractors and other interested parties.
Serve on the Development Review Committee as a team member and build strong relationships with staff and the development community.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Of
Building construction methods and practices in Washington State.
All types of building construction materials, safety standards, and methods.
Field inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
Operation of a variety of office equipment including computer, tablet, and assigned software.
Safe operation of a vehicle to conduct work.
Applicable federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures related to building inspection, code enforcement, plan review, and permitting.
Methods, techniques, policies and procedures used in building and site inspection.
Permit review best practices and issuance procedures.
Plans examination and review procedures including electronic review.
Building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
City organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy, and common sense.
Ability To
Inspect construction sites of both commercial and residential structures to determine and ensure compliance with building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, energy, accessibility and related codes and regulations and safety standards.
Review and evaluate detailed construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with established codes, guidelines and regulations and to ensure that construction follows approved plans and drawings.
Identify, investigate and resolve alleged code violations.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Research and provide resolution to issues arising with building codes and planning procedures.
Communicate clearly, effectively and concisely both in verbal and written communication.
Provide good customer service in representing the City of Fife.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with diverse customers, employees and the public.
Prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with accuracy under tight deadlines.
Exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality in determining appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Operate computer and assigned software.
Prepare and maintain detail‑oriented, accurate records and reports.
Plan and organize work.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Acquire required certifications within assigned time frame.
Education, Experience & Other Requirements Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or GED and six years of full‑time, increasingly responsible experience in construction, engineering, plan review and/or inspection of construction projects.
Required License Valid Washington driver’s license.
Highly Desired Licenses ICC Building Inspector Certification (both residential and commercial) and ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Required Licenses Within 12 Months of Hire ICC Fire Inspector 1 Certification, ICC Building Inspector Certification (both residential and commercial), and ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Environment
Indoor office and outdoor work environment, including inclement weather, varying temperatures and uneven surfaces.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Physical Demands
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Vision to read documents and perform inspections.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform inspections.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform inspections.
Climbing ladders.
Walking on uneven surfaces in weather.
Hazards
Working on ladders or scaffolding.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working on construction sites.
Union Status IAMAW
FLSA Status Non‑exempt
Salary Range Range 10
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for the job, the level of knowledge, skill and ability typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Class specifications are only intended to represent a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specific positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.
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Under the direction of the Building Official or Community Development Director in the absence of a Building Official, the building inspector‑plans examiner is responsible for inspecting commercial, residential and industrial construction sites, reviewing permit applications and plans, and ensuring compliance with all building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, energy, accessibility, and related City, State, and Federal construction codes, ordinances, regulations, and safety standards.
Essential Duties
Collaborate with contractors, architects, engineers and others to resolve discrepancies between approved construction plans and on‑site construction development and activities.
Serve as a technical resource to City personnel and outside agencies concerning compliance issues; respond to inquiries and provide recommendations on proper construction practices, field procedures, code revisions, and problem resolution techniques; interpret, apply and explain code requirements and ordinances.
Process, produce and maintain electronic and paper application records and reports related to permitting, inspections, compliance and assigned activities.
Inspect commercial and residential construction sites and structures to determine and ensure compliance with all codes and regulations; identify code violations.
Prioritize and schedule site inspections, plan reviews, and associated meetings.
Investigate and resolve alleged code violations; prepare detailed correction notices and correspondence to clarify policy, correction notices and plan review comments.
Inspect construction sites as necessary to ensure correction of noted violations; locate and resolve illegal construction; suspend work at construction sites within established timelines if violations have not been corrected.
Review and evaluate construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with all adopted codes, guidelines, and regulations; compare drawings with buildings under construction and identify discrepancies and issues.
Approve building permit applications according to established procedures.
Other Duties
Evaluate building damage and provide assessment of overall building safety under applicable standards.
Attend a variety of assigned meetings.
Promote open and effective communications between the Community Development Department and owners, architects, contractors and other interested parties.
Serve on the Development Review Committee as a team member and build strong relationships with staff and the development community.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Of
Building construction methods and practices in Washington State.
All types of building construction materials, safety standards, and methods.
Field inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
Operation of a variety of office equipment including computer, tablet, and assigned software.
Safe operation of a vehicle to conduct work.
Applicable federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures related to building inspection, code enforcement, plan review, and permitting.
Methods, techniques, policies and procedures used in building and site inspection.
Permit review best practices and issuance procedures.
Plans examination and review procedures including electronic review.
Building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, and energy codes.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
City organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy, and common sense.
Ability To
Inspect construction sites of both commercial and residential structures to determine and ensure compliance with building, fire, plumbing, mechanical, energy, accessibility and related codes and regulations and safety standards.
Review and evaluate detailed construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with established codes, guidelines and regulations and to ensure that construction follows approved plans and drawings.
Identify, investigate and resolve alleged code violations.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Research and provide resolution to issues arising with building codes and planning procedures.
Communicate clearly, effectively and concisely both in verbal and written communication.
Provide good customer service in representing the City of Fife.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with diverse customers, employees and the public.
Prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with accuracy under tight deadlines.
Exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality in determining appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Operate computer and assigned software.
Prepare and maintain detail‑oriented, accurate records and reports.
Plan and organize work.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Acquire required certifications within assigned time frame.
Education, Experience & Other Requirements Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or GED and six years of full‑time, increasingly responsible experience in construction, engineering, plan review and/or inspection of construction projects.
Required License Valid Washington driver’s license.
Highly Desired Licenses ICC Building Inspector Certification (both residential and commercial) and ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Required Licenses Within 12 Months of Hire ICC Fire Inspector 1 Certification, ICC Building Inspector Certification (both residential and commercial), and ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification.
Environment
Indoor office and outdoor work environment, including inclement weather, varying temperatures and uneven surfaces.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Physical Demands
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Vision to read documents and perform inspections.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform inspections.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to perform inspections.
Climbing ladders.
Walking on uneven surfaces in weather.
Hazards
Working on ladders or scaffolding.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working on construction sites.
Union Status IAMAW
FLSA Status Non‑exempt
Salary Range Range 10
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Government Administration
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for the job, the level of knowledge, skill and ability typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Class specifications are only intended to represent a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specific positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.
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