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City of Kingsport, Tennessee lists this Plans Examiner (Building Division) opportunity in kingsport, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Construction InspectorPerforms administrative and technical work relating to all construction projects within the City of Kingsport to ensure compliance with appropriate building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes, contract specifications, and related ordinances.The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.Essential FunctionsActs in the absence of the Chief Building Official pertaining to plan submittal, permit approvals & general administrative procedures. Coordinates with Senior Building Inspector to ensure department operations continue to operate smoothly;Reviews detailed architectural drawings, sketches and specifications for conformance to applicable codes;Prepares review evaluations and coordinates renovations with architects and engineers;Works on a daily basis with contractors, owners and developers to secure compliance with approved plans and permits;Maintains records on all review comments initiated from city staff on the review of construction plans;Enforces locally adopted building codes and national standards for structural integrity;Determines requirements for permit and plan submissions, reviews and updates standards and forms;Receives inquiries regarding the status of a plan review and relays the appropriate information;Maintains necessary records and reports;Assists office personnel and building inspectors in responding to questions/problems relating to building issues;Coordinates the building and plans review process with other departments to expedite construction development projects.Attends pre-construction and weekly project review meetings.Reviews submitted residential and commercial construction specifications and/or plans for adherence with all applicable building and/or zoning codes, regulations, and ordinances;Responds to a variety of inquiries providing information and guidance pertaining to code, plan submittal, and Flood Plain requirements.Inspects commercial projects throughout the various construction and/or remodeling phases for compliance with applicable city, state and federal codes, regulations and/or ordinances including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and gas;Checks location of structure or additions against approved plans to ensure proper positioning within property lines.Works closely with and coordinates with office personnel for permit approval, contractor licensing & plan submittal requirements.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsKnowledge of the principles and theories of community development;Knowledge of general management principles and practices;Knowledge of the principles and techniques of building/construction inspection activities;Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations;Knowledge of City of Kingsport codes and policies regarding zoning, environmental restrictions and other regulations;Knowledge of acceptable safety standards and methods of building construction for commercial, industrial and residential projects; Skill in interpreting complex laws, ordinances and codes;Skill in working effectively in an environment subject to quickly changing priorities, constant interruptions, frequent exposure to varying environmental conditions as well as hazards of in-process construction;Skill in determining if construction plans/specifications conform to code requirements;Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, city personnel, and the public.Education and ExperienceHigh school graduate or equivalent; and 6 years construction experience as a building inspector, superintendent or foreman: OR Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or closely related area and 4 years construction experience as a building inspector, superintendent or foreman. *Required Certifications are as follows: ICC Certification as Commercial Building InspectorICC Certification as Building Plans ExaminerICC Certification as Commercial Inspector of a specified tradeICC Certification as Plans Examiner of same trade as Inspector CertificationICC Certification as Commercial Inspector of remaining two trades; Plans Examiner of remaining two trades; and ASFM Certification as Floodplain Manager within two (2) years of hire date. *Must possess validTN/VA Driver's License.Benefits RETIREMENT- TCRS Hybrid Plan: Participation is mandatory. No waiting period. Plan is a combination of a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan. The defined benefit plan consists of a 5% mandatory contribution from the employee and a 4% employer contribution. Employee is also auto-enrolled at 2 % in the defined contribution plan with the City contributing 5%. Employee has the option to increase or decrease his/her defined contribution percentage. VACATION: Vacation accrual is based upon your length of service with the Ctiy Of Kingsport. New employees will receive upon hire date one (1) week vacation, and will accrue 6.67 hours per month with the exception of Firefighters who accrue 12 hours per month. Vacation is available for use as it is earned. HOLIDAYS: The City of Kingsport offers 12 paid Holidays per year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Floating Holiday (1 day). SICK HOURS: Employees accrue eight (8) sick hours at the end of each month worked. Sick hours may be used for personal or immediate family illness up to a maximum of 1040 hours per calendar year. In addition, sick hours may also be applied toward early retirement (see TCRS rules for retirement for further information). LIFE INSURANCE: The City of Kingsport provides all full time employees Term Life Insurance at no cost. The coverage amount is equal to one (1) times your annual base salary. SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE ( optional): - Full time employees also have the option to elect Supplemental Life Insurance coverage at an additional one (1) times their annual base salary. Rates are based upon your age and annual salary. DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE (optional): Full time employees can elect Term Life insurance for their dependents at either $5,000 or $10,000 amounts. The cost elect coverage for their dependents at $.64 per pay period for $5000; $1.28 per pay period for $10,000. LONG TERM DISABILITY (optional): Carrier is MetLife. Monthly premium cost is shared 50/50 by employee/City. Eligible after 90 days of employment. Covers 60% of your monthly earnings up to a maximum of $7,500.00. Pays until you are approved for social security disability or until you return to work. Benefits begin after 120 days of consecutive disability HEALTH INSURANCE (optional): Carrier is BCBST, network S. Full time employees have the option to select from two (2) plans (Standard Plan and Basic Plan). Premium cost is shared by employee/City. EMPLOYEE HEALTH CLINIC: Provider is Premise Health. Confidential. Available to employees/dependents who are covered under the City's health care plans (BCBST). Clinic treats both acute and chronic conditions and can prescribe medications, provide annual physicals, health coaching, lab work, and much more. No co-pays, no deductibles, and no cost for select generic medications dispensed on-site. DENTAL INSURANCE (optional): Carrier is Delta Dental. Premium cost is paid by employee. Annual maximum coverage of $1,000 per member which increases by $100 per year up to a maximum of $1,500 provided member has at least one preventative procedure performed each plan year. VISION INSURANCE (optional): Carrier is Davis Vision. Premium cost is paid by employee. Annual eye exams, lenses and lens upgrades, frames, contacts. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional): Carrier is Flores. Contribution amounts are pre-tax. Healthcare and Dependent Care options. Employees can contribute up to the allowed IRS maximum amounts. Healthcare rollover of up to $610 for plan year 2024. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
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kingsport, TN, 37660, US
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