Plumbing Plans Examiner

Under supervision of the Chief Plumbing Inspector, performs technical work associated with the reviewing of plumbing plans to assure compliance with the Florida Building Code, City of Sunrise Ordinances, and other applicable codes. As required, an incumbent in this classification performs plumbing field inspections as needed and a variety of other duties associated with enforcement of the Florida Building Code (FBC).

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs tasks outlined below under the direction of the Chief Plumbing Inspector and/or Building Official, within the defined political boundaries of the City of Sunrise or other areas only as permitted by inter-local agreement.
Performs plan reviews of buildings and structures in accordance with the FBC and the Broward County Amendments to the Florida Building Code and other Codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
Performs field inspections of all plumbing discipline related components, including work and materials, used or installed in new construction, additions, alterations, or repairs as outlined in the FBC and the Broward County Amendments to the Florida Building Code.
May issue a stop work order under the direction of the Chief Plumbing Inspector and/or Building Official whenever work is being done in violation of the provisions of the Code or is being performed in a manner that would create a hazard to life or property.
Investigates complaints of work performed without the required permits and document any violations found.
Assists in the preparation for prosecution of code violators and represents the City at Special Magistrate hearings.
Provides superior customer service and correspondences with property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and developers who request information regarding the Codes in effect, plan review comments, and/or inspections that have been or will be performed.
Answers technical questions concerning the Florida Building Code for field plumbing inspectors, depending on area of expertise.
Performs related work as required.

Requirements

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED equivalency diploma.

LICENSES and EXPERIENCE

To be eligible for appointment as a Plumbing Plans Examiner, such person must hold the required licenses and/or certifications needed to also be certified by Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) as a Plumbing Plans Examiner.
Such person shall be certified by Appeals BORA and shall meet at least one of the following qualifications:

Such person shall be an Engineer in the discipline requested and having practiced for a minimum of five (5) years within the State of Florida.

OR

Be a Standard Plumbing Inspector serving for one year for an AHJ or school board within the State of Florida AND who complies with the requirements to be certified by BORA as a Plumbing Inspector.

Possess a current active license issued by the State of Florida, Building Code and Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as a Standard Plumbing Plans Examiner and Standard Plumbing Inspector. (Engineers are exempt from BCAIB certification only.)
Possess a current Certificate of Competency or a Professional License in the discipline requested as a Master Plumber or Plumbing Contractor or Engineer issued by one of the following entities:
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Broward County Central Examining Board of Plumbers.
Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board.
Florida Board of Professional Engineers.
Possess or be eligible to obtain a current certification as a Plumbing Plans Examiner and Plumbing Inspector issued by BORA.
Florida Residents:
Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Non-Florida Residents:
Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record AND obtain a valid Florida driver’s license prior to hire.

NOTE:

Required certifications and licenses must be kept current to continue employment in this position.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: (Trainees Only)

To be eligible for appointment as a Plumbing Plans Examiner (Trainee), such person shall be certified by the BCAIB as a Standard Plumbing…