What are the responsibilities and job description for the L&I FAS Plans Examiner 2 position at Washington State Department of Labor & Industries?
Description
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability.
Here is a unique opportunity to join the Factory Assembled Structure (FAS) program and help us keep Washington safe and working.
As an FAS Plan Examiner 2, this position provides for public safety by reviewing plans for manufactured homes, mobile homes, modular buildings, commercial structures, commercial coach trailers, mobile vendor/medical units, recreational vehicles and temporary worker housing for compliance with state laws and regulations, national regulations, codes and standards. Conducts factory inspections and audits in other states and internationally.
You will have the opportunity to conduct inspections of building structures, constructed in factories, for conformance to the codes adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council. This position also performs Recreational Vehicle (RV) and Repetitive Manufacturing (RPT) manufacture audits and prepares reports related to the approval of these structures. In addition, you will interact with the public, industry professionals, and internal consumers, related to building codes, plan review and inspections.
Duties
Some Of What You Will Do
Required:
Five (5) Years Of Experience
At journey-level in the building construction trades/craft(s) such as a licensed plumber or electrician, including one year of experience, in an official capacity, reviewing and approving building plans for construction;
OR
As a plans examiner or commercial building inspector with a governmental jurisdiction.
OR
As a supervisor of building construction in the manufacture or inspection of manufactured homes, factory built commercial buildings, commercial coaches, factory-built housing, RVs, PMRVs, conversion vendor units, mobile medical units or factory built temporary worker housing.
College training in structural, electrical or mechanical engineering or architecture may be substituted, for a maximum of two years of the five years of experience.
Certification by the International Code Council as a building plans examiner, building official or building inspector.
OR
Five (5) years' experience in Modular, Manufactured Home or RV factories or industry.
In Addition
Things You Need To Know
To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.
At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
For this position, telework is permitted full time dependent upon business needs. The assigned duty station for this position could be within any of our service locations in Washington. For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.
Application Process
We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.
Please Include The Following Documents With Your Application
To learn more about our hiring process timeline at L&I please visit our L&I recruiting page at Hiring Process at L&I . If you would like to read our website in a language other than English, scroll up to the top of the page to select your language of choice from the banner.
Background Check Notice
Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
Other Information
Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.
Veterans Preference
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information please contact us at: Jobs@Lni.wa.gov
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
For more Information
If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Elena Emery at emee235@lni.wa.gov and April Sharp at elib235@lni.wa.gov .
Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability.
Here is a unique opportunity to join the Factory Assembled Structure (FAS) program and help us keep Washington safe and working.
As an FAS Plan Examiner 2, this position provides for public safety by reviewing plans for manufactured homes, mobile homes, modular buildings, commercial structures, commercial coach trailers, mobile vendor/medical units, recreational vehicles and temporary worker housing for compliance with state laws and regulations, national regulations, codes and standards. Conducts factory inspections and audits in other states and internationally.
You will have the opportunity to conduct inspections of building structures, constructed in factories, for conformance to the codes adopted by the Washington State Building Code Council. This position also performs Recreational Vehicle (RV) and Repetitive Manufacturing (RPT) manufacture audits and prepares reports related to the approval of these structures. In addition, you will interact with the public, industry professionals, and internal consumers, related to building codes, plan review and inspections.
Duties
Some Of What You Will Do
- Perform plan reviews on buildings, trailers and vehicles regulated by the Factory Assembled Structure program to assure compliance with state rules and laws.
- Write plan review reports to manufacturers, contractors and owners listing deviations from rules and laws, and notifying the applicant of the action necessary to obtain department approval.
- Approve and issue plans and enter relevant information into the FAS program database and spreadsheets.
- Verify that all required plan review and insignia fees due to the agency have been paid before issuing approved plans or insignia.
- Conduct factory inspections on buildings, trailers and vehicles regulated by the FAS program to ensure compliance with state laws and rules, national regulations, codes and standards related to fire/life safety, structural plumbing, electrical, and mechanical and energy code requirements.
- Provide complete and accurate inspection reports, factory permits and invoices for all inspections performed, listing all deviations found, corrections approved and inspection fees due to the agency.
- Participate in meetings and discussions with various consumers, industry professionals, stakeholder groups, and department staff, providing assistance as it relates to interpreting factory assembled structure regulations and related statues, codes and standards.
- Provide, training for installer certification, manufacturers, building departments and FAS Inspectors.
- Interpret applicable factory assembled structure codes, standards, laws and regulations. Answer questions and provide information to manufacturers, industry representatives, local government representatives, and members of the public.
- Conduct audits of manufactured home factories, audit of RV/PMRV factories and inspection of individual RV/PMRV units.
- Documents and ensures compliance by entering all inspection results into the agency computer systems, follows up on written corrections and works within the agencies rules and policies to abate code violations.
- And much more!
Required:
Five (5) Years Of Experience
At journey-level in the building construction trades/craft(s) such as a licensed plumber or electrician, including one year of experience, in an official capacity, reviewing and approving building plans for construction;
OR
As a plans examiner or commercial building inspector with a governmental jurisdiction.
OR
As a supervisor of building construction in the manufacture or inspection of manufactured homes, factory built commercial buildings, commercial coaches, factory-built housing, RVs, PMRVs, conversion vendor units, mobile medical units or factory built temporary worker housing.
College training in structural, electrical or mechanical engineering or architecture may be substituted, for a maximum of two years of the five years of experience.
Certification by the International Code Council as a building plans examiner, building official or building inspector.
OR
Five (5) years' experience in Modular, Manufactured Home or RV factories or industry.
In Addition
- Must possess a valid unrestricted driver license in order to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
- Current Building Inspector Certificate issued by International Code Council.
- Current Building Plans Examiner Certificate issued by International Code Council.
- Journey level trades license (such as electrical or plumbing).
- Engineering or Architecture License.
- Knowledge of RCW's, WAC's, standards and codes relevant to electrical construction, plumbing construction and contractor registration, and the ability to apply these on the job.
- Knowledge of International Building Codes as adopted by the State of Washington.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and apply applicable codes, rules and regulations; explain technical requirements to professionals, laymen and other stakeholders; meet and deal effectively with others; prepare clear and concise reports.
Things You Need To Know
To help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.
At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.
For this position, telework is permitted full time dependent upon business needs. The assigned duty station for this position could be within any of our service locations in Washington. For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.
Application Process
We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.
Please Include The Following Documents With Your Application
- A cover letter describing specific qualifications.
- A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
- A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
To learn more about our hiring process timeline at L&I please visit our L&I recruiting page at Hiring Process at L&I . If you would like to read our website in a language other than English, scroll up to the top of the page to select your language of choice from the banner.
Background Check Notice
Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.
Other Information
- For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- This position is represented bythe Coalition.
- Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
- The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
- Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.
In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.
Veterans Preference
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information please contact us at: Jobs@Lni.wa.gov
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
For more Information
If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Elena Emery at emee235@lni.wa.gov and April Sharp at elib235@lni.wa.gov .
Salary : $82,512 - $100,524
