Summit County – Plans Examiner

Job Description

General Overview

Under administrative direction of the Chief Building Official; reviews non-residential construction documents for the renovation or construction of commercial and industrial buildings for state and/or county building code compliance; evaluates engineering/architectural conformance standards. Performs other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed below. Registered Professional Engineer or Architect plus a minimum of eight (8) years of design and/or construction experience which includes proven management/supervision responsibility. Possession of a valid Master Plans Examiner certification as issued by the Ohio Board of Building Standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of state and local building codes; construction techniques, methods and materials; commercial electrical, HVAC and plumbing standards systems; safety practices and procedures; public relations; permit application procedures and requirements; inspection techniques. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of material in books, journals, and manuals; use calculus; read design drawings; resolve complaints from angry citizens, contractors, & officials. Skills in use of drafting tools & devices.

(*Indicates developed after employment).

Job Duties

The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification. Reviews non-residential construction/alteration plans for commercial and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with applicable building codes; communicates directly with property owners, contractors and design professionals regarding specific code compliance and related matters; keeps current on code requirements and other technical development. Creates and prepares both approval and adjudication orders regarding their findings on behalf of the Chief Building Official clearly indicating code compliance or non-compliance. May be required to attend meetings and give testimony and/or represent Summit County in legal matters pertaining to current building codes; conducts informational meetings and/or seminars.

Valid Master Plans Examiner Cert

Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Work Location:
1030 E Tallmadge Ave # 3,
Akron, OH 44310

Pre-Employment Testing Requirements: Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing, Criminal Background Check, Driving Record Check

Position : 135176002

Code : 20251300-8

Type : EXTERNAL

Group : EXECUTIVE

Job Family : CONSTRUCTION

Posting Start : 01/15/2025

Posting End : 01/24/2025

Details : Benefit Information

HOURLY RATE RANGE: $37.72-$49.04