Building Inspector/Plans Examiner I, II, III or IV

Description

Levels I, II, III & IV -

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.

Examples of Duties

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

Minimum Qualifications

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.

The City of Ocala provides a competitive, comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees.

Health Insurance

We offer both single and family coverage, for employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Dental Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family dental coverage.

Vision Insurance

For full time employees, we offer both single and family vision coverage.

Life Insurance

For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life. For full time employees, the City of Ocala provides Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberments policies as an employer paid benefit. Employees can opt for additional coverage such as supplemental voluntary life, spouse life, dependent life, and child life.

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Offered to full time employees, STD and LTD coverages are income replacement benefits that assist policyholders who are unable to work for an extended period of time due to sickness or accidental injury.

Medical FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA

Flexible spending accounts allow employees to pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, and dependent care expenses using pre-tax dollars.

Pet Insurance

We also offer special pet insurance for your pets in the case of illness or accidents, as well as preventative care.

Employee Health & Wellness Center

The City of Ocala offers the use of the City Clinic for those employees, and covered dependents over the age of 8, which have elected one of our health insurance plans. Services offered by the City Clinic include primary care, chronic disease management, labs, x-rays, and wellness coaching.

Voluntary Cancer Insurance

For full time employees, the cancer insurance policy can help provide security if you, or a covered dependent, suddenly become diagnosed with cancer.

Supplemental Critical Care Insurance

Our full time employees have the option of electing critical care insurance that is available to help with medical expenses that could arise from things such as a heart attack or stroke.

Supplemental Accident Insurance

Also available to full time employees, is our Accident Coverage. This supplemental plan can be used to help with expenses like MRI's, physical therapy, and hospital admission.

Legal Plan Insurance

Full time employees can have access to local attorneys for a monthly fee and receive discounts on services such as legal consultation, wills, traffic violations and the purchase or sale of your home. The carrier also has a separate policy assisting with the matter of identity theft and social media monitoring.

Deferred Compensation Plan

Deferred compensation is available to all full-time employees at the time of employment. This benefit allows the employee to defer income without paying taxes until money is withdrawn. Current plan is administered through MissionSquare.

Direct Deposit

Direct deposit automatically deposits your net pay each pay period to your checking or savings account at your own financial institution. Direct deposit is a condition of employment for a person hired by the City.

Each pay period the employee receives an earnings statement showing gross pay, taxes, other deductions, accruals and net pay. Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources or Payroll.

Discounts - Theme Park

Discounts are available to all non-temporary employees at the time of employment.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and members of your household as an employer paid benefit. The EAP offers emotional wellbeing support in the form as counseling sessions and all sessions are confidential. The EAP also provides daily life assistance, legal services, and financial services.

Holidays and Paid Time off

The City provides paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees. Refer to the Employee Handbook for details.

Retirement Plan

All full-time employees hired after 10/01/2013, apart from Sworn Police Officers and Firefighters, are enrolled in the 401a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with MissionSquare. All contributions to the 401a Defined contribution plan are pre-tax and earnings grow tax-deferred. The City contributes 8% and employees contribute 3%. City contributions are 100% vested after one year of employment. You will be enrolled automatically and should take time to review your investment options at your earliest convenience.

Training Programs

The City is committed to provide training programs for all departments and all positions. Risk Management conducts classes in Defensive Driving, Safety, and Insurance. With rare exceptions, classes are offered during working hours, and are open to all eligible employees.

Tuition Reimbursement

All regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in the tuition reimbursement program.

01

Do you possess a valid State of Florida Operator Driver's License with an acceptable driving record or, if you possess a valid out of state license, do you have the ability to obtain a Florida driver's license prior to employment?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed 1 year of college education OR specialized advanced training in engineering, construction or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your highest level of construction, engineering, drafting, or trade related experience?

• 0-3 Years
• 4-7 years
• 8-11 years
• 12 or more years

05

Do you currently possess OR able to obtain the Provisional Plans Examiner & Inspector licenses within six (6) months of employment?

• Yes
• No

06

If you currently hold Florida licenses under Florida Statute 468 for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or 1 and 2 Family Dwelling (Note: the 1 and 2 Family Dwelling license counts as two licenses), please indicate the total number of licenses you have below.

• I have 1-3 of the Florida licenses listed in FL Statute 468
• I have 4-6 of the Florida licenses listed in FL Statute 468
• I have 7-9 of the Florida licenses listed in FL Statute 468

07

Do you have a Building Code Administrator license?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience training staff members in either classroom, office or field conditions?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you understand and agree to the following: Special Certifications and Licenses refer to state, federal, or professional certifications or licenses required entering or maintaining the job

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have 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.

• Yes
• No

11

Do you understand and agree to the following: You must take and pass the State of Florida Principles and Practices exam within one (1) year of employment

• Yes
• No

12

Do you understand and agree to the following: You must take and pass the State of Florida Plans Examiner exam within one (1) year of employment.

• Yes
• No

13

Do you understand and agree to the following: You must obtain a Florida Inspector license within one (18) months of employment.

• Yes
• No

14

Do you understand: 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.

• Yes
• No

15

If you feel you qualify for this position due to an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, please explain below:

16

I understand and agree with the following statements: All background, education and work history will be verified once an offer of employment has been extended and accepted. Any false or incomplete answer may be grounds for not employing me or for dismissing me after I begin work.

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Ocala

Address 110 SE Watula Ave

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Ocala, Florida, 34471

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