Plans Examiner III

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The Orange County Building Safety Division is looking for a well-qualified, experienced and highly motivated individual to serve as a Plans Examiner III . An individual in this position analyzes Commercial and Residential building plans and specifications for compliance with Orange County Building Codes. Conducts pre-design, pre-construction and other meetings with design and construction professionals.

This position also provides supervisory oversight to Plans Examiner I's and II's. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the assigned supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved.

Mandatory Qualification:

Must possess a State of Florida Standard Mechanical Plans Examiner License and a Standard Mechanical Inspector License pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII.

Job Description


General Functions

Analyzes commercial, multi-family, and residential building plans and specifications for compliance with Florida Building Codes, referenced standards and County Ordinances. Conducts pre-design, pre-construction and other meetings with design and construction professionals.

Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Chief Plans Examiner, acts as the Chief Plans Examiner in their absence. Performance is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports, and results achieved.

This position may be required to assist with emergency support functions in the event of a declared emergency and/or any other emergency duties as assigned.

Representative Duties/Assignments :

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Examine blueprints, highly complex construction drawings, and specifications of proposed buildings prior to the issuance of building permits, calculate square footage, permit and impact fees.
• Discuss technical requirements of plans solely or as a team with engineers, architects, builders or owners; approves or recommends modifications and required corrections to plans as necessary.
• Discuss technical building or design issues with designers, contractors and the public; explains and interprets the building regulations and methods of revising plans submitted to comply with the building code; give technical advice to inspectors.
• Assist the Chief Plans Examiner in training and supervising employees in the plans examination function; reviews calculations and documents completed by examiners.
• Makes field reviews of new construction while in process and determine if construction complies with the building code and the approved plans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Graduate or equivalent and five (5) years of experience as a licensed plans examiner.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License and provide own transportation if necessary.

Mandatory Qualification Based on Area of Assignment:

Must possess a State of Florida Standard Mechanical Plans Examiner License and a Standard Mechanical Inspector License pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII.

Preferences :

Additional State of Florida Standards Plans Examiner License and a State of Florida Standard Inspector License pursuant to Florida Statue chapter 468, Part XII in one or more of the following applicable disciplines: Building, Electrical or Plumbing.

Application Deadline


Open Date: 07/15/2026
Close Date: 08/02/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information


Pay Grade: 019 - From $33.73 to $43.86
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.

• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

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Veterans Preference


If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder .

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements


If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) . If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address


Orange County Administration Building
201 S Rosalind Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801

Notes


Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.

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