The Opportunity:
The UCF Building Department is looking for a Plans Examiner I. This position is responsible for performing code reviews and inspections in University facilities in compliance with the Florida Building Code. This position is designated as an Emergency Essential Personnel.
Responsibilities:
Review construction plans and specifications for compliance with adopted building, mechanical, plumbing, and/or electrical codes; prepare written approvals or rejections in accordance with applicable standards.
Conduct on‑site construction inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and codes; coordinate corrective actions and perform follow‑up inspections as needed.
Document plan review comments, inspection results, violations, and corrections using permit tracking software and maintain accurate inspection records.
Approve construction materials, methods, and installations to ensure compliance with adopted codes and standards.
Serve as a departmental representative and subject‑matter resource to architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience in construction, design or inspections of buildings as supervisor or contractor.
Must possess minimum of 1 inspector license and 1 plans examiner license or receive an inspector Certification within 6 months of hire and full licensure (2 total) within one year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in municipal or agency inspection, preferably in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing inspection.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.
Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Department
Building Department
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$26.83 to Negotiable
Job Posting End Date
Veteran’s Preference:
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email [email protected].
For general application or posting questions, please email [email protected].
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