Structural Plans Examiner

Description

NATURE OF WORK

Under supervision of the Chief Structural Inspector, performs technical work associated with the reviewing of structural plans to assure compliance with the Florida Building Code, City of Sunrise Ordinances, and other applicable codes. As required, an incumbent in this classification performs structural field inspections as needed and a variety of other duties associated with enforcement of the Florida Building Code (FBC).

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs tasks outlined below under the direction of the Chief Structural Inspector and / or Building Official, within the defined political boundaries of the City of Sunrise or other areas only as permitted by inter-local agreement.
• Performs plan reviews of buildings and structures in accordance with the FBC and the Broward County Amendments to the Florida Building Code and other Codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs field inspections of all structural discipline related components, including work and materials, used or installed in new construction, additions, alterations, or repairs as outlined in the Broward County Amendments to the Florida Building Code.
• May issue a stop work order under the direction of the Chief Structural Inspector and / or Building Official whenever work is being done in violation of the provisions of the Code or is being performed in a manner that would create a hazard to life or property.
• May issue an Unsafe Structure order under the direction of the Building Official whenever the situation arises.
• Investigates complaints of work performed without the required permits and document any violations found.
• Assists in the preparation for prosecution of code violators and represents the City at Special Magistrate hearings.
• Provides superior customer service and correspondences with property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and developers who request information regarding the Codes in effect, plan review comments, and / or inspections that have been or will be performed.
• Answers technical questions concerning the Florida Building Code for field structural inspectors, depending on area of expertise.
• Performs related work as required.

Requirements

EDUCATION

PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

Please upload copies of all required certifications

EXPERIENCE

NOTE :

Structural Plans Examiners and Inspectors shall be required to obtain a Reinforced Unit Masonry certification within two (2) years from their initial BORA certification date.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES : (Trainees Only)

AND ALL REQUIREMENTS BELOW

NOTE :

The City will reimburse application fees for the required licenses and certifications upon successful acquisition of all required certification / license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

Physical

Sensory

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES