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Fire Plans Examiner (Remote)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

The Fire Plans Examiner will work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, applicants, and ... Communicate with architects, engineers, contractors, applicants, Fire Marshals, Building Officials ...

City of Alpharetta, GA

Fire Plans Examiner

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

The Fire Plans Examiner must be a certified Fire Inspector (State of Georgia or ICC) and may be ... Review building plans and fire-related construction documents to verify compliance with local ...

Bureau Veritas

... building inspection Experience as firefighter or in related code enforcement field Additional ... California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Plan Examiner Certification Required Coursework: Plans ...

City Of Mount Dora

PLANS EXAMINER

Mount Dora, FL · On-site

$34.37 - $42.65/hr

Plans Examiner I, II, III, IV Essential Duties: * Performs plan review in connection with the ... Interpret building and fire codes in a professional manner. Qualification Requirements: To perform ...

City of Hoover

Plans Examiner

Hoover, AL · On-site

$73K - $131K/yr

Possession of the International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification or must obtain ... Building, Fire, Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes, National Fire Protection ...

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City of Hoover

Plans Examiner

Hoover, AL · On-site

$73K - $98K/yr

Possession of the International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification or must obtain ... Building, Fire, Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes, National Fire Protection ...

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City of Hoover

Plans Examiner

Hoover, AL · On-site

$73K - $131K/yr

Possession of the International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner Certification or must obtain ... Building, Fire, Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes, National Fire Protection ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for building fire plans examiner in the United States is $61,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Building & Fire Plans Examiner

Decatur, GA • On-site

DeKalb County
Public Administration • 201 - 500 employees
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$70K/yr

Full-time

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Dekalb County (Georgia) rating

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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Salary Range: $70,000+ Pay Grade: 18 Job Code: 51075 FLSA Status: Exempt
This position has openings within the Fire Rescue Department.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Works with builders, owners, architects, engineers and the staff of the Development Services Department in obtaining compliance with all applicable codes. Reviews and interprets building and structural construction documents and reports related to plans review for townhouses, condominiums, multi-family and mixed use projects, commercial construction to include new construction, additions and alterations of simple to complex commercial business, mercantile, assembly, educational industrial, storage, factory, and institutional projects, among others. Ensures compliance with structural and non-structural requirements accessibility, fire, fire site and systems reviews for compliance with applicable codes;
Receives and responds to requests for information, complaints, interpretation of code requirements, Advises architects, engineers, contractors, the general public, and staff on code changes, interpretations, new methods and materials; negotiates solutions to code conformance problems and fire and life safety issues.
Identifies inadequacies found on construction plans, reports and calculations, and requires corrections. Documents aspects of compliance or non-compliance with citations from applicable codes; creates plan review comment letter.
Researches alternate products, materials and methods of construction for compliance. Negotiates and develops mutually acceptable solutions to code conformance problems and life safety issues with architects, engineers, contractors, and the public. Assists Plans Review Manager to research codes to resolve interpretation problems and to accommodate and control new methods and materials.
Provides quality customer service while functioning in a regulatory capacity. Provides coordination with Permit Manager, Fire Marshal Office, Watershed Department, Business License, Planning, and other concerned parties Assists building inspectors and fire inspectors with field review questions to determine structural soundness, proper installation, materials or equipment.
Attend training to improve technical expertise, acquires additional certifications and maintains them; and trains in software to perform electronic plan review.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Structural Engineering, Fire Science/Technology or a related field required; five years of experience in building design, construction document preparation, plan review, code analysis, building inspections, construction, systems review, or a related field, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license. Must obtain within one year of employment one of the following: ICC Building Plans Examiner, ICC Fire Plans Examiner, NFPA Certified Plan Examiner or ICC Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner Certification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The most competitive candidates for Fire Rescue Department will have expertise and experience with:
  • Conducting Life Safety Reviews according to applicable codes
  • Conducting Fire Site Reviews according to applicable codes
  • Conducting Fire Structural Reviews according to applicable codes
  • Conducting Fire Suppression (Hood Systems/Sprinklers) Reviews according to applicable codes
  • Conducting Fire Alarm Reviews according to applicable codes
  • Familiarity with and ability to navigate through the following codes at a minimum: 2018 IFC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13, NFPA 72, Georgia Amendments

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At DeKalb County Government, we enable career success by providing opportunities to thrive! Our culture is rooted in principles of collaboration, teamwork, and achievements. We foster a diversified and inclusive workforce, embracing a shared set of core values based on character, competitive spirit, relationships, and giving back to the communities where we live and work. This foundation is how we help turn jobs into careers.

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