Electrical Inspector/ Plan Examiner Position Available In Broward, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Electrical Inspector/Plan Examiner job involves inspecting buildings for compliance with codes, reviewing plans, issuing permits, and providing guidance to builders. Applicants need relevant certifications and experience. The City of Margate, Florida, is hiring for this position, which requires physical abilities and technical knowledge of building construction practices.
Job Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general direction of the Director of
the Building Department/Building Official, is responsible for performing plans
examination and inspections of new, existing, and altered buildings and
structures for compliance with the State of Florida Building Code. Work involves technical examinations and the
application of standard trade practices of inspection work. Plans examination and inspections are
conducted independently but in accordance with Building Department regulations
and established technical standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties and functions, as outlined
herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within
this position. They are not listed in
any order of importance. The omission of
specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position
if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned. Inspects new and existing residences, businesses, commercial and other buildings,
and structures for conformance with safety and other requirements to
established state and local codes. Persons qualified as a Plans Examiner review plans and specifications
for new buildings and structures, and remodeling plans in residential, commercial,
and industrial buildings for compliance with safety and other requirements with
established codes, and with the issuance of permits. Advises builders, owners, contractors,
and architects regarding plan review/ inspections. Investigates complaints of defective projects which are reported,
notifies responsible persons of defects, and issues oral and written
instructions for correction. Performs second inspections and reports violations and assists in
representing the City in court hearings. Performs related work as required. Performs emergency response duties as necessary.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent with certification by State of
Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board as an Inspector and
certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals required in
accordance with Chapter 1, Section 104 Broward County Administrative Code. Must be eligible for and obtain the required
Plans Examiner certification within no longer than 18 months of date of hire To be eligible for appointment as a Plans
Examiner, such person shall be certified as required by Building Code
Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Plans Examiner.. Engineers are
exempt from BCAIB certification Such person shall also be certified by Broward
County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) and shall meet at least (1) one of the
following qualifications for
Plans Examiner:
An
Engineer in the discipline requested and having practiced for a minimum of five
(5) years within the State of Florida.
- An
Inspector serving for a minimum of one (1) year for an AHJ or school board
within the State of Florida and who complies with at least one (1) of the following
qualifications. - Each of
the applicants shall possess a current Certificate of Competency or a
Professional License in the discipline requested as a Contractor or Engineer
issued by at least one (1) of the following entities: - Florida
Construction Industry Licensing Board - Broward
County Central Examining Board - Miami-Dade
County Construction Trades Qualifying Board - Florida
Board of Professional Engineers.
Such person shall also be certified by BORA
and shall meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications for
Inspector:
- An
Engineer in the discipline requested. - Five (5)
years construction experience in the requested discipline in a supervisory
capacity and possess a Certificate of Competency Contractor - Five (5)
years construction experience in the requested discipline and five (5) years’
experience as an Inspector certified by BCAIB and possess a Certificate of
Competency as a Contractor. - Seven
(7) years construction experience in the requested discipline and possess a
Certificate of Competency as a Journeyman. - Ten (10)
years’ experience as an Inspector certified by
BCAIB. A
person with
multi-discipline certifications can only be certified in one (1) discipline. A
person certified under this section is exempt from Section
I 04.12.3.2.
Each of the applicants shall possess a current
Certification of Competency or a Professional License in the discipline
requested as a Contractor or Journeyman or Engineer issued by at least one (1)
of the following entities: Florida
Electrical Contractors licensing Board. Broward County
Central Examining Board of Electricians. Miami-Dade
County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, Block proctored. Florida
Board of Professional Engineers. Dual certification as an Inspector and Plans Examiner with
certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR
STANDARDS
REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Physical
requirements : Tasks involve frequent
walking, standing, bending, stooping; some lifting and carrying objects of
moderate weight (20 – 50 pounds). Data
Conception :
Requires the ability to
compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, or composite
characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of
data, people, or things. Interpersonal
Communication :
Requires the ability to speak
and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving and receiving instruction,
assignments and/or directions. Language
Ability :
Requires the ability to read
a variety of technical materials relevant to building regulatory practices of
moderate to complex levels. Requires the
ability to read various discipline languages, i.e., structural, mechanical,
plumbing.
Intelligence :
Requires the ability to apply principles of
influence, rational systems, and synthesis functions. Verbal
Aptitude :
Must communicate efficiently
and effectively in standard English. Must speak with poise, confidence and voice control. Numerical
aptitude : Requires the ability to add,
subtract, multiply and divide; interpret graphs, calculate decimals and
percentages; perform algebraic and geometrical equations. Form/Spatial
Aptitude :
Requires the ability to
inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read different
types of information. Motor
Coordination :
Requires the ability to
coordinate hands and eyes accurately for inspection tasks and report preparation. Manual
Dexterity :
Must have minimal levels of
eye/hand/foot coordination. Color
Discrimination :
Requires the ability to
differentiate between colors and shades of color. Interpersonal
Temperament :
Requires the ability to deal
with people from a variety of departments and backgrounds in both giving and
receiving instructions. Must be able to
perform under stress of frequent deadlines. Physical
Communications :
Requires the ability to talk
and/or hear (talking: expressing or
exchanging information by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Environmental
Requirements :
Tasks require infrequent
exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of
the materials, methods and practices involved in building construction. Knowledge of
possible defects and faults in building construction, of standard testing
devices and of effective corrective measures. Skilled in
both written and oral communications for effective expression of concepts and
proposals, and clarity in task assignment. Ability to
detect and locate defects in construction, and to ascertain the stage when
defects are most easily found and remedied. Ability to
read and interpret plans, diagrams and specifications and to recognize
deviations from such plans in the construction process. Ability to
enforce codes and regulations, firmly, tactfully and impartially. Ability to
establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors,
property owners, representatives from other agencies and the public. Ability to
analyze, organize and review work for efficient results and accuracy.
DISCLAIMER
The City of Margate, Florida, is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.
C. 12101
et.
seq.), the City of Margate will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current
employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job.