What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Inspector/Plans Examiner I, II, III or IV position at City of Ocala?
The purpose of this position is to review plans and inspect structures and facilities for compliance with building codes. The role is responsible for providing information, issuing permits, inspecting structures, enforcing codes, and reporting. The employee works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Please click on job description links to view the relevant information for each level:
Building Inspector Plans Examiner I
Building Inspector Plans Examiner II
Building Inspector Plans Examiner III
Building Inspector Plans Examiner IV
LEVEL I
Required Education and Experience:
•Requires a high school diploma or GED and formal training, special courses or equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in engineering, construction, or a closely related field.
•Requires 4 years of construction related experience.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
•Special Certifications and Licenses refer to state, federal, or professional certifications or licenses required entering or maintaining the job.
•Must obtain Provisional Plans Examiner & Inspector licenses within six (6) months of employment.
•Must take and pass the State of Florida Principles and Practices exam within one (1) year of employment. Must take and pass the State of Florida Plans Examiner exam within one (1) year of employment.
•Must obtain a Florida Inspector license within one (18) months of employment.
•Incentive pay of $1.00 per hour will be paid for each additional license earned beyond these base requirements. Incentives will cease upon promotion to the next level of Plans Examiner or Inspector.
LEVEL II
Required Education and Experience:
•Requires a high school diploma or GED and formal training, special courses, or equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in engineering, construction, or a closely related field.
•Requires minimum 4 years of construction, engineering, drafting, or trade related experience or formal education in the construction/engineering field or a combination of these to meet eligibility requirements for licensure.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
•Requires 1-3 of the Florida licenses listed in Florida Statue 468 for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or one and two family dwelling. Note: 1 and 2 family license will count as 2 licenses.
Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Building Code Administrator License is highly desirable.
LEVEL III
Required Education and Experience:
•Requires a high school diploma or GED and formal training, special courses, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in engineering, construction, or a closely related field.
•Requires minimum 8 years of construction, engineering, drafting, or trade related experience or formal education in the construction/engineering field or a combination of these to meet eligibility requirements for licensure.
•Considerable knowledge of State and local codes and laws for commercial, industrial and residential building construction. Prior Building Department plan review/inspection experience is a plus. Knowledge of appropriate codes and ability to interpret the codes. Ability to read and interpret complex building/construction plans, diagrams, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to travel within the assigned area will be required for inspections and/or managing assigned projects. Working knowledge of inspection methods and procedures. Working knowledge of office & tablet computer software - Microsoft Office®™© applications (i.e.: Microsoft Word®™©, Microsoft Excel®™©, etc.), Outlook, and Permitting/Plan Review/Inspection software.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
•Requires 4 to 6 of the Florida licenses listed in Florida Statue 468 for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or one and two family dwelling: 1 (one) and 2 (two) family license will count as 2 licenses.
Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Building Code Administrator License is highly desirable.
LEVEL IV
Required Education and Experience:
•Requires a high school diploma or GED and formal training, special courses, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in engineering, construction, or a closely related field.
•Requires minimum 12 years of construction, engineering, drafting, or trade related experience or formal education in the construction/engineering field or a combination of these to meet eligibility requirements for licensure.
•Considerable knowledge of State and local codes and laws for commercial, industrial and residential building construction. Prior Building Department plan review/inspection experience is a plus. Knowledge of appropriate codes and ability to interpret the codes. Ability to read and interpret complex building/construction plans, diagrams, blueprints, and specifications. Ability to travel within the assigned area will be required for inspections and/or managing assigned projects. Working knowledge of inspection methods and procedures. Working knowledge of office & tablet computer software - Microsoft Office®™© applications (i.e.: Microsoft Word®™©, Microsoft Excel®™©, etc.), Outlook, and Permitting/Plan Review/Inspection software.
•Experience training staff members in either classroom, office, or field conditions.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
•Special Certifications and Licenses refer to state, federal, or professional certifications or licenses required entering or maintaining the job.
•Requires 7-9 of the Florida licenses listed in Florida Statue 468 for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical or one- and two-family dwelling: 1 and 2 family license will count as 2 licenses.
Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
•Building Code Administrator License is highly desirable.
Salary : $44,480 - $77,190
