Plan Check Engineer
Date Adopted by City Manager
12/01/02
Comp. Code
9410
SEIU - CTP
Classified
Job Title
Plan Check Engineer
Definition
Under general supervision, to check residential, commercial and industrial building construction and equipment installation plans, calculations and test results; to inspect buildings and structures at various stages of construction or alteration; to assist in developing and conducting training programs; to perform related work as required.
Typical Duties
Perform professional engineering work in checking residential, commercial and industrial building construction and equipment installation plans and drawings for compliance to building, structural, electrical, plumbing and air conditioning code applications and related structural engineering requirements; determine valuation and building fees; check calculations and test reports; assist contractors, architects, engineers and others in the solution of complex structural, mechanical, electrical and related problems with interpretation of the building codes and ordinances; maintain cooperation with other departments concerned with building and related code compliance; perform structural inspections in the field as required; develop and conduct training programs for Building Division personnel; act as Building Official when so assigned; perform related assignments as necessary.
Tools and Equipment Used
Personal computer, including word processing and permitting software; calculator; pencil; rule; copy machine; phone.
Physical Demands
Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of
Principles of civil engineering with emphasis in structural engineering; building construction codes, ordinances and enforcement requirements related to structural, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning and related installations; State and Federal regulations related to building construction and energy requirements and principles and techniques of building inspection work.
Ability to
Read and interpret building plans and specifications; perform difficult engineering analyses; check building construction calculations made by architects and engineers; interpret technical building codes; work cooperatively with the public and others; supervise and train subordinates.
Experience
Two years experience in the design or review of building construction plans.
Education
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, or related field. Registration as a Civil Engineer or Architect by the State of California. Registration as a Structural Engineer by the State of California is desirable. International Conference of Building Officials certification as a Plans Examiner is also desirable.
Additional Requirement
Possession of a valid California Driver License.