Building Plans Examiner

City of Avondale • Full-time • Avondale, Arizona, United States • $72.66k - $108.99k / year • 1m ago

Job Description

The City of Avondale has an opportunity for a Building Plans Examiner with the Development Services Department. This is a FLSA exempt, full-time position with benefits.

Reviews residential, minor commercial, and tenant improvement plans for compliance with the various City of Avondale adopted building codes, standards, and policies. Customer service with applicants including design professionals, property owners, and City staff on assigned projects. Assists customers at the front counter by answering building-related questions, reviewing residential and minor tenant improvements, and other related customer service needs.

Essential Functions

Reviews residential and light commercial building plans, and related documentation for new and existing buildings for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. Approves or denies plans as appropriate and advises applicant of needed revisions. Coordinates with front counter staff with plan review and permit issuance process.

Provides oral and written responses to inquiries from construction industry professionals and building owners concerning plan check procedures, code requirements, and code interpretations. Conducts field inspections when needed.

Prepares and maintains records of plan review activities. Enters, reviews, and maintains project data, legal documents, and correspondence through permit tracking and plan review software. Ensures documents are maintained in accordance with the City’s record retention policies.

Provides assistance and staffing coverage for the front permit counter as needed. Reviews projects at the building permit counter for projects eligible for over-the-counter review.

Provides information for Public Records requests. Review and issue permits for backflow prevention devices. Supports building inspectors and performs field inspections as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.