Department: Building DivisionReports to: Building OfficialSalary range: $72,853.13 - $89,245.09 Benefits Information FLSA Status: Full-Time ExemptPosition closes: Midnight, Sunday, February 2, 2025Please Note: Verification of minimum qualification(s) and, if applicable, starting salary/wage is based on information provided in the official application. Resume content will not be used for these purposes. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate.Position Summary: Under the general direction of the Building Official, the Plans Examiner performs moderate to complex duties and is responsible for reviewing, examining and analyzing plans and specifications of residential, commercial and industrial construction documents to ensure compliance with adopted building codes, regulations and policies and communicating with all relevant stakeholders regarding approval or denial of plans and permits. Responds to public inquiries regarding plans or code requirements and performs field inspection work as assigned.Essential Duties and Responsibilities*: The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are central to the job or are the reason the position exists, and the employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. This list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Reviews submitted residential and commercial plans to ensure they meet the required design criteria through use of calculations and in-depth knowledge of applicable codes and regulations.
- Reads and interprets construction drawings and blueprints to ensure that specifications meet electrical, plumbing, mechanical and building construction codes.
- Reviews structural calculations, fire-resistive requirements, occupancy accessibility, and other requirements of the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Accessibility and Electrical Codes
- Prepares reports and maintains all applicable records related to plan reviews and permits.
- Conducts or participates in pre-submittal meetings to consult with builders, engineers, architects, contractors and citizens to interpret and explain building codes.
- Assist customers in understanding the processes, procedures and regulations involved in plan review for building construction and the issuing of building permits.
- Issues building and mechanical permits. Calculates, collects, and records fees.
- Performs inspections of construction sites at various phases of project completion to ensure that methods, materials, and location of structures comply with building codes.
- Investigates complaints as they relate to the adopted building codes and ordinances.
- Assists the public with the building permit application process; calculates fees and issues permits as needed; responds to plan or code requirement inquiries.
- Responsible for staying current on all applicable Federal, State and local codes and regulations regarding building construction.
- Creates, maintains and updates various databases for development projects.
- Provides excellent customer service to external and internal customers including but not limited to effectively listening and communicating, providing accurate information, offering solutions, assisting in resolution, and ensuring timely follow up as needed.
Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities*: The following duties, although not essential to the position, are important components to the smooth and efficient operation of the Division, Department, and City.
- Attends meetings of professional organizations, construction conferences, staff meetings and other meetings as assigned; maintains a thorough knowledge of the latest developments in the field.
- Participates in ongoing training for personal and professional development.
- Assists contractors and the public in the interpretation and application of adopted building codes.
- Attends, or completes, training, seminars, and meetings as required.
* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The essential and non-essential duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. The below list is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all knowledge, skills and abilities that are required.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local building, mechanical, and elevator codes.
- Knowledge of theory, principles, practices, and methods of building inspection, including standards related to building materials and methods.
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Knowledge of floodplain regulations.
- Knowledge of various methods of construction, including concrete, steel, and masonry.
- Knowledge of maps, engineering drawings, blueprints, and mechanical specifications.
- Knowledge of references and information sources relevant to building and mechanical codes.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Skilled in managing and directing all aspects of building safety inspection for a municipal government.
- Skilled in ensuring that proposed construction plans meet current building codes and standards.
- Skilled in providing technical construction advice to the public, contractors, developers, City Staff, utilities, and other agencies.
- Skilled in reviewing building permit applications, and calculating, collecting, and recording fees.
- Ability to build effective relationships as needed with employees, government officials, contractors, vendors, and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Council, officials, other governmental and regulatory officials, staff, private and community organizations, contractors, the general public, and others encountered in the course of work.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
RequirementsMinimum Qualification(s): Experience
- At least five (5) years of experience as a building inspector.
- At least five (5) years of experience as a commercial plan's examiner.
- At least five (5) years of responsible experience in the journey level trades or as a contractor in a variety of building construction activities is required
Education
- High School diploma or GED required
Licenses/Certifications
- Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of hire, with a driving record acceptable to the City of Canon City.
- Ability to obtain, within one (1) year from the date of employment, the International Code Council Building/Mechanical Inspector Certifications.
- Ability to obtain, within one (1) year from the date of employment, the International Code Council Commercial Plan Review Certification.
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.Preferred Qualification(s): Experience
- At least five years of experience as a Plans Examiner.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Architecture, or related field.
Licenses/Certifications
- International Code Council Building/Mechanical Inspector Certifications.
- International Code Council Plans Examiner Certification.
Physical Activities:The physical demands described here 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 functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee will travel within the City of Canon City and Fremont County
- This position works in an indoor and outdoor environment and requires the ability to perform physically demanding activities in a variety of settings. Demands may include the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds, work in a variety of weather conditions, and may be exposed to loud noises and hazardous work environments.
- Climbing of ladders and stairs.
- Communicates verbally with City staff, outside agencies and the public in one-on-one settings, group settings and over the telephone.
Additional Information
- This position will typically work Monday - Friday but will flex to working weekends and evenings based on seasonal, organizational or event needs.
- This position will be required to attend occasional City Council meetings and/or other meetings and events after normal work hours.
- Travel within the City of Canon City and Fremont County will be required.
- Frequent extension of work day to meet deadlines.