PLANS EXAMINER/INSPECTOR - ELECTRICAL

POSITION GOAL

To ensure code compliance and satisfactory quality control during the plan review and construction phase of all construction projects in conformance with Florida Building Codes and the contract documents.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Plans Examiner / Inspector - Electrical shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

• Perform plan review and inspections verifying compliance with the Florida Building Codes and the contract documents.
• Inspect contractor's work to ensure compliance with contract documents, approved shop drawings, State Board of Education rules, all applicable codes, standards, and approved practices for quality control.
• Prepare inspection reports utilizing written materials, photographs, video and other media to document contractor compliance with contract requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Review the construction documents to ensure compliance with contract documents, approved shop drawings, State Board of Education rules, all applicable codes, standards, and approved practices for quality control.
• Monitor all testing performed in the field; i.e., soil test borings and compaction tests, concrete slump tests; monitor special testing in the laboratory, if required.
• Observe inspections provided by municipal and other jurisdictional authorities relative to work in right-of-ways, off-site, or other project specific requirements.
• Monitor project progress in relation to construction schedule and report quickly all unacceptable work, provide reinspection and report on the contractorcorrection of defective work.
• Conduct spot inspections to verify the maintenance of as-built drawings and verify variations in the work from the latest drawings and specifications.
• When requested, attend and participate in field meetings with project consultant, contractor and Facilities Department personnel.
• Assist in the development of departmental inspection checklists, protocols, guidelines and procedures.
• Participate, when requested, in the District's formal review of construction drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
• Assist in the inspection and evaluation of candidate properties facilities being considered for District purchase/use.
• Provide occupancy inspections and certifications as required by the State Requirements for Educational Facilities.
• Assist in solving field problems through recommendation and coordination with the Project Management team.
• Assist, when requested, in monthly requisition meetings and verify amount of work completed for conformance to contractors' requests for payment.
• Assist in inspections and preparation of """"Punch Lists"""" at substantial completion, final completion, and one-year guarantee periods.
• Assist in the preparation of consultant and contractor Performance Evaluation Reports.
• Attend meetings both day and evenings.
• Provide necessary information for any pending litigations.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase the individual's skill and proficiency related to the assignments.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Follow Federal and State laws, as well as School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Building Official or Assistant Chief Building Official.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• An earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience, within the last ten (10) years, in the field or trade related to the title of the position. OR
• An earned associate's degree from an accredited institution.
• Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience, within the last thirteen (13) years, in the field or trade related to the title of the position. OR
• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.