SENIOR PLAN CHECKER

About the role

The current vacancy exists in the Community Development Department. The Senior Plan Checker reports directly to the Deputy Building Official and will be responsible for reviewing complex building plans and submittal documents for code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and examines construction documents for residential, commercial, and industrial building construction and alterations;
• Ensures that plans, structural calculations, and specifications comply with building and related codes and regulations;
• Confers with homeowners, builders, engineers, and architects to give information and interpret building codes and regulations; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable codes and regulations;
• Reviews corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculates fees to be assessed for projects and submits documentation for permit issuance; may issue building permits;
• Maintains records of assigned permit applications, incoming plans, applications processed, and permits issued;
• Sends residential and commercial permit applications and plans to appropriate divisions and/or departments; enters plan check data into computer database; updates and generates required printed reports;
• Initiates appropriate action to enforce code compliance;
• Prepares correspondence to architects, engineers, and contractors relating to the correction of plans and engineering detail(s);
• Advises building inspectors on structural and other building related problems arising in the field during construction;
• Congrates construction planning documents review and processing with other City departments;
• Makes on-site construction inspections to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications;
• Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public;
• Fosters an environment that embraces integrity, service, inclusion, and collaboration;
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.

Requirements

• Prior to appointment, eligible candidates may be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of techniques, materials, and practices in the structural, plumbing, and electrical construction fields;
• Residential, commercial, and industrial construction materials, methods, and equipment;
• Applicable codes and ordinances governing housing and building construction, rehabilitation, alteration, use, and occupancy;
• Appropriate safety and fire prevention construction and building methods;
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs;
• Oral and written communication skills;
• Business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation;
• Safe work practices;
• Principles and practices of excellent customer service.

• Skills in performing detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications, and plans;
• Applying basic engineering and architectural principles and techniques to the solution of complex residential, commercial, and industrial construction problems and objectives;
• Organizing work, setting priorities, and exercising sound, independent judgment with established guidelines;
• Dealing tactfully and effectively with City staff, other agencies, homeowners, builders, engineering firms, contractors, developers, manufacturers, and others;
• Analyzing and evaluating complex building plans, data, and reports, and reaching sound conclusions;
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions and prioritizing workload to meet deadlines;
• Reading, writing, and comprehending the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance, exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
• Communicating effectively, tactfully, and positively in both oral and written form;
• Operating and using modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software;
• Utilizing appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives, and activities.

Education/Experience

• Senior Plan Checker: Equivalent to a high school diploma and four years of increasingly responsible experience as a Plan Checker performing comprehensive building construction plan check work in a municipal or related government agency at a level equivalent to the City of Stockton Plan Checker II, in which incumbent has demonstrated competence in reviewing a variety of complex building and life safety systems.

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid California driver's license.
• Plan Checker I: Must possess certification from the International Code Council (ICC) as a Certified Plans Examiner within two years of appointment as a condition of continued employment. (California Health and Safety Code, 18949.28).
• Plan Checker II: Possession of an ICC-issued certification as a Certified Plans Examiner is required. A valid California registration as a Civil Engineer or license as a Professional Architect will be accepted at time of application at the II level; must subsequently obtain ICC-issued Certified Plans Examiner within 2 years of appointment as a condition of continued employment.
• Senior Plan Checker: Possession of an ICC-issued certification as a Certified Plans Examiner is required. Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification from the Division of the State Architect (DSA) is highly desirable.

Physical/Mental Abilities

• Constant sitting and bending, for long periods of time, while operating a keyboard;
• Occasional walking, bending of neck, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and twisting;
• Lifting - Occasional lifting and carrying of 25 pounds or less;
• Constant use of overall visual capabilities;
• Frequent need for use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work;
• Constant typing;
• Frequent repetitive motion and writing;
• Occasional grasping, pushing, pulling, and reaching;
• Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone;
• Occasionally requires weekend, evening work, or driving;
• Constant concentration, decision making, and public contact;
• Occasional ability to exercise sound judgment, especially under stressful situations;
• Working alone;
• Occasional exposure to noise, hazardous materials (i.e. dirt, dust, gas, smoke, fumes, and poor ventilation);
• Occasional exposure to outdoor conditions, indoor cold/heat, and working around equipment and machinery;
• Primarily performed in an office environment which is typically quiet.