City of Anaheim
Plans Examiner I/II (Plumbing/Mechanical)
City of Anaheim, Anaheim, California, United States, 92808
Plans Examiner I/II
City of Anaheim Planning and Building Department seeks a highly qualified and customer‑savvy Plans Examiner to conduct plumbing and mechanical plan checks. The examiner performs professional and technical plan checking of residential, multiple‑dwelling, industrial and commercial building plans for structural soundness and conformity with pertinent building and safety ordinances and related regulations. Candidates must have professional journey‑level experience in all California building safety codes and standards, supplemented by college level coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Possession of a current Plans Examiner Certificate from any national or regional agency is required.
Key Responsibilities
Perform technical plan checking of residential, commercial and industrial building plans and designs for overall code compliance, which may include fire and life safety, structural safety requirements including earthquake and wind load stress determination, electrical, energy, accessibility, plumbing and mechanical requirements.
Respond to inquiries from engineers, architects, designers and the public regarding the interpretation of technical code requirements.
Advise permit applicants, engineers, designers or architects whose plans are not in conformance with required codes and indicate where designs do not comply with code requirements and regulations.
Conduct field inspections as required; advise Building Division personnel and other City staff regarding structural, electrical, energy, accessibility, plumbing or mechanical issues and code interpretations.
Coordinate plan‑check activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
Evaluate construction plans for the issuance of permits and collection of applicable fees.
Research records and files for public dissemination and plan review data collection; develop written reports and generate correspondence as required.
Accurately input work and records into computerized system(s) for tracking and reporting of records and work.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications and Experience Experience:
Professional journey‑level experience in all California building safety codes and standards, supplemented by college level coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field; a Bachelor's degree is desirable.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of plumbing and mechanical plan check review; building construction and design practices, methods and materials at an advanced level; complex pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations including the California building safety codes and any applicable local regulations and ordinances; and customer service principles and practices.
Ability to:
Review and check the more complex plans and specifications for buildings and construction and determine compliance of plans with codes and regulations; interpret code requirements and respond to technical questions; provide lists of areas and elements that require modification of plans to ensure compliance with established codes; resolve plan review issues with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and others, while exercising tact, diplomacy and good customer service practices; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
License or Certificate Valid California driver's license. Possession of a current Plans Examiner Certificate from any national or regional agency is required prior to completion of the probationary period and is a condition of continued employment in this classification. Registration as a Professional Engineer is desirable.
Environmental Conditions Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents are exposed to field and construction site environments; travel from site to site throughout the workday; and have extensive public contact.
Physical Conditions Must be able to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; bend, stoop, kneel and crawl; walk over uneven and slippery surfaces; operate vehicles; and have sufficient visual acuity to conduct inspections.
Application Information Applications will be accepted until Friday, December 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. The selection process will consist of a minimum of an oral interview. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post‑offer pre‑employment medical examination (including a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E‑Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Key Responsibilities
Perform technical plan checking of residential, commercial and industrial building plans and designs for overall code compliance, which may include fire and life safety, structural safety requirements including earthquake and wind load stress determination, electrical, energy, accessibility, plumbing and mechanical requirements.
Respond to inquiries from engineers, architects, designers and the public regarding the interpretation of technical code requirements.
Advise permit applicants, engineers, designers or architects whose plans are not in conformance with required codes and indicate where designs do not comply with code requirements and regulations.
Conduct field inspections as required; advise Building Division personnel and other City staff regarding structural, electrical, energy, accessibility, plumbing or mechanical issues and code interpretations.
Coordinate plan‑check activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
Evaluate construction plans for the issuance of permits and collection of applicable fees.
Research records and files for public dissemination and plan review data collection; develop written reports and generate correspondence as required.
Accurately input work and records into computerized system(s) for tracking and reporting of records and work.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Qualifications and Experience Experience:
Professional journey‑level experience in all California building safety codes and standards, supplemented by college level coursework in engineering, construction management, or a related field; a Bachelor's degree is desirable.
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of plumbing and mechanical plan check review; building construction and design practices, methods and materials at an advanced level; complex pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations including the California building safety codes and any applicable local regulations and ordinances; and customer service principles and practices.
Ability to:
Review and check the more complex plans and specifications for buildings and construction and determine compliance of plans with codes and regulations; interpret code requirements and respond to technical questions; provide lists of areas and elements that require modification of plans to ensure compliance with established codes; resolve plan review issues with property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers and others, while exercising tact, diplomacy and good customer service practices; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
License or Certificate Valid California driver's license. Possession of a current Plans Examiner Certificate from any national or regional agency is required prior to completion of the probationary period and is a condition of continued employment in this classification. Registration as a Professional Engineer is desirable.
Environmental Conditions Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents are exposed to field and construction site environments; travel from site to site throughout the workday; and have extensive public contact.
Physical Conditions Must be able to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; bend, stoop, kneel and crawl; walk over uneven and slippery surfaces; operate vehicles; and have sufficient visual acuity to conduct inspections.
Application Information Applications will be accepted until Friday, December 5, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. The selection process will consist of a minimum of an oral interview. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post‑offer pre‑employment medical examination (including a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E‑Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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