What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Plans Technician position at Kern County?
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:
- Written Exam: qualified candidates will be notified five days prior to the examination.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weight 100%): basic mathematical calculations; building codes; construction trades; and, related rules and regulations.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and one year of construction, plan preparation, interpretation of construction plans or drafting experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Additional Requirements: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Full job description: Building Plans Technician
This position works within the Kern County Public Works Department. For more information about Kern County Public Works, please view their website, here.
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment will be made at the Public Works Department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed.
Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $4,048 - $4,838
