Building Technician I

Building Technician I

The City of Hemet is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Hemet is accepting applications for the position of Building Technician I. There is currently one vacancy in the Department of Life Safety. This is an outstanding opportunity for an energetic and experienced professional who is detailed oriented and committed to best practices. This position will be responsible for processing building and fire permits. The ideal candidate will be joining a dynamic, professional team committed to providing excellent customer services.

Under general supervision learns to review and process and reviews and processes building permits for new construction and building modifications; provides information to the public; calculates and collects fees; routes plans for review; provides administrative support within the Division; coordinates plan check information from other departments; prepares comprehensive plan check reports; performs other related duties as required.

The Building Technician I is the entry level class in the Building Technician series that allows incumbents to develop journey level knowledge and abilities in the area of building permit processing and review. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents learn to perform and perform a variety of building permit activities. This classification is alternatively staffed with Building Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

• Provides customer service by responding to public and agency inquiries by phone and at the counter; provides information regarding building permit policies and application procedures; interprets and knows Building and other City codes, Title 24 Handicap, and Title 25 Mobile Homes for members of the public; works cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers or their representatives to resolve questions regarding permit issuance and permit fees.
• Receives building plans and specifications for completeness, review and conformance to permit requirements and regulations; receives, distributes and tracks construction plans from project submittal to permit issuance; forwards plans to the appropriate Department staff; relays necessary corrections to the permit applicant.
• Calculates and records permit application and plan check fees; coordinates fee payment with the cashier; issues permits for pools, patio covers and other small scope projects.
• Performs minor plan checks; recommends corrections to violations; maintains department logs, including the status of plan checks and residential activity; performs input and retrieves data; prepares statistical reports.
• Reviews incoming plans for completeness, accuracy, information, and code requirements prior to submittal.
• Assigns street numbers to new commercial and residential projects; relays addresses to the Post Office and emergency services providers.
• Writes staff reports for the City Council and Traffic Commission, which include the status of, plan checks, permits issued, utilities released and the projects that are complete.
• May ride along with Building Inspectors during inspections; assists with customers at the Planning and Engineering counters as needed.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state / local agencies and associations, City management and staff and the public.

Knowledge of building and municipal code sections as related to permit processes and inspection procedures; various construction methods, materials and terminology for both residential and commercial projects; basic engineering, real property description and terminology; basic research methods used in the collection, tabulation, analysis and application of building inspection data; street naming and addressing; public relations techniques and procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Skill to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and a variety of software applications.

Ability to read, interpret and review plans, blueprints and supporting documentation; collect, analyze and present data; explain and give zoning and planning ordinance and public works / engineering information; work with the public in a courteous and friendly manner; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum qualifications : Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Building Technician I / II. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of : Two years of experience performing increasingly responsible office support duties involving heavy public contact, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Certification / License : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver license. Possession of a Building Technician Certification required within one year of employment.

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Physical : Must possess sufficient mobility to work in an office setting; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; operate office equipment including use of a computer; operate a motor vehicle to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and close to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environment : Standard office setting with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may travel from site to site, interact with upset customers, interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Selection Process : All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral board interview, and / or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list which will remain valid for a minimum of six months.

Note : Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed application forms but may be attached. Candidates who require reasonable accommodation in the selection process should state their needs in writing when submitting an application package. The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.