Plans Examiner I

Plans Examiner / Inspector

The UCF Building Department is looking for a Plans Examiner / Inspector at our main campus location in Orlando. We offer a competitive salary, pension, and an extensive benefits package including family tuition benefits.

This position is responsible for performing code reviews and inspections in University facilities in compliance with the Florida Building Code. This position is designated as an Emergency Essential Personnel.

Responsibilities :

• Review construction plans and specifications for compliance with currently adopted standards related to mechanical codes. Prepare written reports approving or rejecting plans in accordance with the adopted codes.
• Perform on-site construction inspections to ensure compliance with adopted codes, approved plans, and specifications; coordinate corrective actions, and conduct follow-up inspections. Record inspection results and plan review comments in permit tracking software.
• Maintain records of inspections, violations, and corrections. This position will develop a strong knowledge of campus facilities to enable a smooth and efficient plan review / inspection process.
• Represent the department in the area of expertise to various groups, such as architects and / or engineers, contractors, or subcontractors.
• Prepare written reports approving or rejecting construction plans in accordance with the adopted codes.
• Approve the installation of materials and methods for compliance with adopted codes.
• Represent the department in the area of expertise to various groups, such as architects and / or engineers, contractors, or subcontractors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience in construction, design or inspections of buildings as supervisor or contractor. Must possess minimum of 1 inspector license and 1 plans examiner license or receive an inspector Certification within 6 months of hire and full licensure (2 total) within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional Application Materials Required :

Please provide copy of DBPR licenses, if applicable.

Special Instructions to the Applicants :

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position. Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position will involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

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