Plans Examiner (Structural)

Plans Examiner (Structural) City of Palm Beach Gardens - 3.7 Palm Beach Gardens, FL Job Details Full-time $75,178.66 - $120,285.85 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Construction industry experience Full Job Description Do you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team! Come join our family! Summary Technical work reviewing construction documents and plans to ensure compliance with City and State codes, ordinances, statutes, and regulations that govern building construction, alterations and repairs. Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities Conducts review of construction plans, plan revisions, architectural drawings, engineering drawings, electrical diagrams, equipment specifications, computations, and related documentation for compliance with applicable codes, ordinances, good construction practices, and other requirements; processes documentation within designated timeframes and per established procedures. Identifies non-compliance issues and corrections required for plans to achieve compliance with codes; documents code articles of deficiencies found in EDEN, ensures necessary corrections are made to plans and meet compliance prior to issuance of permits. Reviews plans, performs field inspections as required for building construction and compliance with provisions of building codes Thoroughly submits drawings and documents to the test of the codes and corrects and stamps, as necessary; seeks input from supervisors when questions arise concerning the applicability of codes to specific construction documents or plans Examines plans and specifications of proposed construction and provides general and specific information regarding code requirements to contractors, architects, designers, engineers, homeowners, other departments and the general public Conducts field investigations to assist in plan application, interpretation or intent Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards; reviews new codes and changes to existing codes; maintains an awareness of new methods, materials, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends seminars, workshops, and training sessions as appropriate Confers with architects, builders, and fabricators on construction practices and related matters as they relate to construction plans and documents during the review phase Conducts work in accordance to established SOP's, policies and procedures Documents work thoroughly in the electronic file keeping system and, when applicable, on plans Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision making purposes Maintains positive working relationships within the Division, other City departments and various agencies to assist with the comprehensive plan review process Performs essential computer functions such as data entry, printing, retrieval, reports, etc. Reports for and conducts assigned duties during emergency related events. Performs any other related duties as required or assigned

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Serves as a member of various City employee committees, as assigned. Assists with review of land development applications, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent, and Considerable experience in the construction industry, and Licensure by the State of Florida as a Plans Examiner per Florida Statute 468 or the ability to obtain a provisional license within the first three (3) months of employment, and Valid State of Florida Driver's license with a good driving record. Any related combination of education, training and experience

Eligibility :

Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.

Health Insurance :

Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a bi-weekly basis as follows

TIER HMO PPO HDHP

Employee Only$0$0$0 Family$58.00$110.00$30.00

On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center :

Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the

Center Dental Insurance:

PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost

Life Insurance:

Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost

Short Term Disability :

Non-probationary employees eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.

Long Term Disability :

60% of salary up to $5,000 monthly, provided at no cost

Employee Assistance Program :

Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.

Wellness Program:

Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.

Pension Plan :

Provided through the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Choice between the Investment Plan with a one (1) year vesting schedule, and the Pension Plan with an eight (8) year vesting schedule. Mandatory 3% pre-tax contribution.

Holidays :

Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.

Personal Leave:

Sixteen (16) hours accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal time away from work . Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.

Optional Voluntary Benefits :

Employee Rental Assistance Program, Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Comp Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Flexible Schedules, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.