Plan Checker / Plans Examiner (Doq)

The City of Visalia Building Safety Division is recruiting for Plan Checker or Plans Examiner (depending on qualifications). Please to review the recruitment announcement.

This recruitment is open until filled.
THE DIVISION
The Building Safety Division, within the City of Visalia's Engineering & Building Department, serves the community by providing a wide range of building services covering residential, commercial and industrial projects. The Division is responsible for plan review, permit processing and inspection. The Divisions staff is committed to providing high-quality support and services to other City Departments and the Public. POSITION
This position will perform routine to complex plans examination of industrial, commercial, and residential buildings and may perform onsite field reviews to verify the plans and specifications submitted. The selected candidate will maintain records and prepare appropriate paperwork, correspondence, and reports and may also issue building permits. IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will possess a high level of professionalism; be certified through ICC as a Residential and/or Commercial Plans Examiner; have knowledge of construction trades, engineering, construction management principles; and possess strong customer service skills. The position requires excellent judgement, integrity, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven individual, willing to take on new challenges, be able to effectively communicate with coworkers, supervisors, support staff, and be willing to work on multiple projects at any given time. Experience in areas such as building permit plan check, construction management, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, and California Building Code (CBC) compliance is highly desirable. Knowledge in municipal work such as state and federal regulatory compliance, and implementation of local government policy and procedures is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and ability is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and abilities would be:
Plan Checker

• One year of permit intake, drafting, building inspection and/or building plan checking experience.
• College-level courses in electrical, civil or structural engineering. Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or related field is preferred.
• ICC Residential Plans Examiner Certification within one year of appointment.

Plans Examiner

• College level courses in electrical, civil or structural engineering.
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience performing building plan check for commercial and residential projects.
• ICC Certification as a Residential Plans Examiner by time of appointment.
• ICC Certification as a Commercial Plans Examiner within one year of appointment.
• ICC certifications in Fire Inspections and Accessibility Plans Examiner (or CASp) are desirable.

Special Requirement for both positions:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.

Click here to review the full job description for Plans Examiner. SELECTION PROCESS Application and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related interview and/or examination process. Successful candidates may be required to pass a background, physical examination, and/or drug screen. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes: Monthly Salary:
Plan Checker - $5,933 - $7,459 Plans Examiner - $6,530 - $8,210 CalPERS Retirement Program Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more. Review the Benefits tab for more information. EXPERIENCE VISALIA. ENHANCE YOUR LIFE. If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 145,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments. As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities. Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy, and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer! The City of Visalia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.