JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:  Plans Examiner

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  July 2000

 

ORG/POS #:  1530/1237

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  To review all building plans and specifications for compliance with engineering standards and construction related codes.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY:  Receives general supervision from the Plans Examination Administrator.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Reviews building, plumbing, electrical plans and specifications for all commercial projects in the City of Little Rock.  Plan review includes all new projects, additions, and remodels.

 

2.         Reviews for health and safety features, including exit stairs, exit and emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, smoke detection systems, occupant loads, sprinkler and standpipe systems, smoke removal systems, tenant separation, etc.

 

3.         Reviews and approves structural systems, including foundation design, bearing capabilities of soil, floor load limits, wind loads, snow loads, and structural integrity.

 

4.         Routes all new buildings, additions, and parking lot contract specifications to other involved departments in order to comply with federal, state, and local regulations; monitors status of project completion.

 

5.         Assembles staff review comments for each plan submitted; prepares a summary report for each applicant detailing corrections to be made to the plans or other action necessary prior to the issuance of a building permit.

 

6.         Receives and reviews certifications from architects and engineers for compliance with State Energy Code requirements, State Health Department requirements, and Act 1100 seismic requirements; conducts preliminary plan reviews for Building Code criteria and advises for other Code issues that would prerequisite permit issuance.

 

7.         Reviews new and remodel projects to ensure buildings are accessible to people with physical disabilities as per the Building Code and ANSI A-117.1 requirements.

 

8.         Maintains files of plans and specifications for all projects under review.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.         Calculates and collects permit fees for all projects reviewed.

 

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2.         Maintains a technical library of information with copies of the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, and Plumbing Code.  Maintains additional technical materials and checklists on Code requirements.

 

3.         Performs other related duties as required.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

None.

JOB SPECIFICATION

PLANS EXAMINER

 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Performs work of considerable difficulty in the review of commercial building plans for compliance with appropriate building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical codes.

 

MAINTENANCE REVIEW DATE:  July 2000

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK:  (Illustrative)

 

Reviews building, plumbing, electrical plans and specifications for all commercial projects in the City of Little Rock.  Plan review includes all new projects, additions, and remodels.

 

Reviews for health and safety features, including exit stairs, exit and emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, smoke detection systems, occupant loads, sprinkler and standpipe systems, smoke removal systems, tenant separation, etc.

 

Reviews and approves structural systems, including foundation design, bearing capabilities of soil, floor load limits, wind loads, snow loads, and structural integrity.

 

Routes all new buildings, additions, and parking lot contract specifications to other involved departments in order to comply with federal, state, and local regulations; monitors status of project completion.

 

Assembles staff review comments for each plan submitted; prepares a summary report for each applicant detailing corrections to be made to the plans or other action necessary prior to the issuance of a building permit.

 

Receives and reviews certifications from architects and engineers for compliance with State Energy Code requirements, State Health Department requirements, and Act 1100 seismic requirements; conducts preliminary plan reviews for Building Code criteria and advises for other Code issues that would prerequisite permit issuance.

 

Reviews new and remodel projects to ensure buildings are accessible to people with physical disabilities as per the Building Code and ANSI A-117.1 requirements.

 

Calculates and collects permit fees for all projects reviewed.

 

Maintains a technical library of information with copies of the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, and Plumbing Code.  Maintains additional technical materials and checklists on Code requirements.

 

Maintains files of plans and specifications for all projects under review.

 

Performs other related duties as required.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 

Considerable knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction standards governing design, construction, and use of all buildings.

 

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Considerable knowledge of design and installation standards for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

 

Skill in the operation of a desk calculator.

 

Ability to read and interpret codes and standards that apply to construction of buildings and structures.

 

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

 

Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively, both orally and in writing with inspectors, contractors, builders, and citizens.

 

Ability to maintain detailed records.

 

Ability to recognize code violations and construction defects at the construction site and on plans.

 

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: 

 

Completion of two years of college course work; at least four (4) years of experience in the design or inspection of commercial and/or industrial building construction; OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:

 

Certification as a Building Plans Examiner or the ability to complete certification within the first year and a half of employment as required.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  The physical demands marked below are representative of those that will be required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

                                                                                          YES          NO

Lifting (lbs.)	75
Carrying (lbs.)	50
Stooping, Bending	ü
Kneeling, Squatting	ü
Walking	ü
Standing	ü
Sitting	ü
Climbing, Balancing (e.g., climbing and working from ladder)	ü
Use of Hands to Finger, Handle, or Feel	ü
Physical Coordination (sequential or simultaneous use of hands, arms, feet, and legs)	ü
Eye-Hand Coordination	ü
Close Vision (clear vision at 20" or less)	ü
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20' or more)	ü
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)	ü
Depth Perception (ability to judge distance spatial relationships)	ü
Hearing	ü

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 

The environmental conditions marked below are common to this job:

 

                                                                                          YES          NO

Outdoor Weather Conditions	ü
Wet, Humid Conditions (non-weather)		ü
Work Near Moving Mechanical Parts		ü
Work in High, Precarious Places		ü
Fumes or Dust
Toxic or Caustic Chemicals	ü
Extreme Heat (non-weather over 90º F.)		ü
Low Noise (e.g., business office)	ü
Moderate Noise (e.g., light motorized equipment such as lawn mowers)	ü
Loud Noise (e.g., jackhammer, heavy motorized equipment)	ü