Description

Building Construction Inspectors perform a variety of building construction inspections and contract administration work requiring a broad knowledge of construction principles and practices of all phases of construction including plumbing, heating, electrical, structural design, air conditioning and landscaping.

This recruitment is for a Building Construction Inspector 4, Plans Examiner, within the State of Nevada Public Works Division located in Reno, Nevada.  Under the direction of the Building Official, this position is responsible for the examination of plans. The incumbent will perform duties at the journey level for all disciplines of design and construction for buildings and structures on State of Nevada owned property. The incumbent will perform plans reviews; perform site inspections as needed; ensure compliance with all applicable codes; and perform plans examinations and inspections for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, accessibility, structural design, building, and landscaping.  To access the Nevada Department of Corrections and Nevada Military areas, applicants will be required to pass separate background checks at no cost to them. 

To see full Class Specifications visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/06/6.753%20Job%20Spec.pdf. 

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of building construction inspection experience which included plumbing, electrical, building, mechanical, and accessibility areas and required the review and interpretation of building codes, architectural drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with contract documents; OR one year of experience as a Building Construction Inspector III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Current Certification as a Commercial Plans Examiner is required at the time of application and as a condition of continuing employment for the Building Construction Inspector IV - Plans Examiner position. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.