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Plans Examiner

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Perform one or more of the following: commercial and residential building code (non-structural), fire code, mechanical code, life safety, accessibility, energy, plumbing and electrical plan reviews ...

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How much do electrical plan reviewer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical plan reviewer in the United States is $35.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $47.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an electrical plan reviewer do?

An Electrical Plan Reviewer is responsible for examining electrical plans and blueprints submitted for building permits to ensure they comply with local, state, and national electrical codes and safety standards. They review the design for proper wiring methods, load calculations, circuit protection, and overall system safety. Their work helps to prevent electrical hazards, ensure code compliance, and facilitate safe building construction. Electrical Plan Reviewers often collaborate with contractors, architects, and inspectors to clarify code requirements and resolve design issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an electrical plan reviewer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Plan Reviewer, you need a solid understanding of electrical codes, blueprint analysis, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, and relevant certifications such as ICC or state licensure. Familiarity with plan review software, CAD systems, and the National Electrical Code (NEC) is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with engineers, contractors, and inspectors. These competencies ensure that electrical plans are safe, code-compliant, and efficiently processed to support construction projects.

What are some common challenges faced by electrical plan reviewers during the review process?

Electrical Plan Reviewers frequently encounter challenges such as ensuring submitted designs comply with evolving codes and regulations, interpreting complex or incomplete documentation, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors for clarification. Managing tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency can also be demanding, especially when reviewing multiple projects simultaneously. Successful reviewers develop strong communication and organizational skills to address discrepancies and facilitate the approval process efficiently.

What is the difference between Electrical Plan Reviewer vs Electrical Inspector?

AspectElectrical Plan ReviewerElectrical Inspector
CertificationsTypically requires electrical licensing or certifications, such as NICET or state-specific licensesRequires electrical licensing, often with additional inspector certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily office-based, reviewing plans and drawingsField-based, inspecting electrical installations on-site
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by design firms, city planning departments, and code agenciesEmployed by municipalities, construction companies, and inspection agencies

Electrical Plan Reviewers focus on analyzing electrical plans and ensuring compliance before construction begins, while Electrical Inspectors verify installations during and after construction to ensure safety and code adherence. Both roles require electrical licensing but differ mainly in their work environment and stage of involvement in the project.

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Infographic showing various Electrical Plan Reviewer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,830 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Building Inspector I (Building)

Sacramento, CA • On-site

City of Sacramento
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees

$71K - $100K/yr

Full-time

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8.3

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THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are 01/30/2026, 02/28/2026, 03/31/2026, 04/30/2026, 05/31/2026, 06/30/2026, 07/31/2026, 08/31/2026, 09/30/2026, 10/31/2026, 11/30/2026, 12/31/2026. BUILDING INSPECTOR I/ BUILDING INSPECTOR II/ BUILDING INSPECTOR III DEFINITION To perform rule specific inspection activities in the review of plans and inspections of new building projects, alterations, and repairs, to enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and established standards to achieve compliance, and to perform other duties and responsibilities as required. Depending on qualifications, incumbents may be assigned to any one, or any combination of inspection discipline areas as: Building Specialty Inspection Plumbing/Mechanical Specialty Inspection Electrical Specialty Inspection Roofing Combination Inspection Residential Combination Inspection Multi-Family Residential and Light Commercial Combination Inspection Residential Combination & Structural Plan Review Non-Structural Building Plan Review Plumbing/Mechanical Plan Review Electrical Plan Review Project Management Enforcement Case Management Building Specialty Inspection assignments concern inspections of residential and commercial construction and applicable methods, practices, materials, codes, ordinances and policies used in construction work as related to building construction.

Plumbing/Mechanical Specialty Inspection assignments concern inspections of residential and commercial construction and applicable methods, practices, materials, codes, ordinances and policies used in construction work as related to plumbing and mechanical construction. Electrical Specialty Inspection assignments concern inspections of residential and commercial construction and applicable methods, practices, materials, codes, ordinances and policies used in construction work as related to electrical construction. Roofing Combination Inspection assignments concern inspections on roofing installations on one and two family residences, multi- family and commercial buildings, including building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical inspections, incidental to the roofing work.

Residential Combination Inspection assignments concern inspections on building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and roofing installations on one, two, and three family residences for conformance with applicable codes and ordinances. Multi-Family Residential and Light Commercial Combination Inspection assignments concern inspections on building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and roofing installations on specific types of building permits for multi-family and commercial buildings qualifying for inspections by Light Commercial Inspectors. Residential Combination & Structural Plan Review assignments concern the review of all building plans and supporting materials for one, two, and three family dwellings, and the acceptance and review of building permits to ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances, and policies; responsible for the preparation of correction notices defining plan deficiencies.

Inspects all work, including the most complex installations to support fast track construction and assists with other inspections, including combination inspections. Non-Structural Building Plan Review assignments concern the review of the more complex building plans and supporting materials for commercial and multi-family buildings, and the acceptance and review of building permits to ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and policies, responsible for the preparation of correction notices defining plan deficiencies; inspects all work, including the most complex installations to support fast track construction, and assists with other inspections disciplines as they relate to non-structural building plan review and construction. Plumbing/Mechanical Plan Review assignments concern the review of all building plans and supporting materials for plumbing and mechanical installations, and the acceptance and review of building permits to ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and policies; responsible for the preparation of correction notices defining plan deficiencies; inspects all work, including the most complex installations to support fast track construction and assists with other inspection disciplines as they relate to plumbing and mechanical plan review installations.

Electrical Plan Review assignments concern the review of all building plans and supporting materials for electrical installations, and the acceptance and review of building permits to ensure compliance with various codes, ordinances and policies; responsible for the preparation of correction notices defining plan deficiencies; inspects all work, including the most complex installations to support fast track construction, and assists with other inspection disciplines as they relate to electrical plan review and installations. Project Management assignments concern the development and administration of contracts for the construction or plan review of facilities, and the inspection of construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, and the management and coordination of City or private venture projects. Projects are managed and coordinated from conception through completion.

In addition, Project Management assignments assist the project team by coordinating and expediting project approval, plan review, permit issuance, and inspections functions with various departments and agencies. Enforcement Case Management assignments concern complaint investigations for determination of code deficiencies, not necessarily related to active construction; management of contracts to demolish or repair structures with identified deficiencies, and coordination with various organizations and agencies in managing cases. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Building Inspector class levels are distinguished by the number of inspection disciplines an inspector is recognized to be qualified in based on certification and demonstrable abilities.

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are automatically flexed to the higher level upon completion of required experience and certification as established per the discipline being flexed to. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. Building Inspector I is the entry-level classification in the building inspection series requiring skill and knowledge in any one inspection discipline as illustrated.

Incumbents may be assigned to perform the less difficult or complex work in other disciplines as required. Building Inspector II is distinguished from Building Inspector I, in that the former requires the performance of complex duties within two inspection disciplines as illustrated. Incumbents may be assigned to perform the less difficult or complex work in other disciplines as required.

Building Inspector III is distinguished from Building Inspector I and II that it requires the incumbent to perform complex duties within three inspection disciplines as illustrated. Incumbents may be assigned to perform the less difficult or complex work in other disciplines as required. Building Inspector I, II, and III is distinguished from Building Inspector IV, by the latter requiring the incumbent to perform complex duties within four inspection disciplines.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXCERCISED Direct and lead supervision is provided by a Supervising Building Inspector or higher-level management personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Identify and enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and standards violations for conformance with plans and specifications. - Inspect work product and materials in building construction projects for conformance with plans and specifications, and inspect potentially substandard or dangerous buildings.

- Work with diagrams, specifications, plans, and similar documents. - Read and interpret building construction and engineering plan specifications and codes. - Prepare and maintain reports.

- Confer with, and assist architects, engineers, contractors, builders, homeowners, tenants and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret requirements and restrictions, keep records and prepare reports as necessary. - Enter information into the Automated Permit System and the computer for word processing, calendaring, and electronic mail. - Perform basic plan review, routing and project management activities, issue permits, and fee calculations.

- Identify illegal construction activity and issues violation notices. - May perform case or project management activities. - Other duties may be performed, not all duties may be performed by each individual holding this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Methods, practices, and materials used in construction work relating to a particular inspection discipline. - Proper inspection techniques to examine work product and materials. - Data entry and information retrieval from various computer systems necessary for duties.

- Safety rules, regulations and practices applied to construction areas and office spaces. - Codes, ordinances, and policies applicable to a particular inspection discipline(s). Ability to: - Read and write the English language at a level of proficiency necessary for effective job performance.

- Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to examine work product and materials. - Recognize correct installations of building systems; detect defects and faults in construction work product and materials. - Detect deviations from plans, regulations, and read and interpret building construction and engineering plans, specifications, and codes.

- Understand diagrams, specifications, plans, and similar documents at a level necessary for efficient job performance. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, engineers, architects, contractors, tenants, owners, and the general public. - Operate a motor vehicle.

- Operate a personal computer and other electronic equipment, including field entry devices and cellular phone. - Lift, carry, push, tools, equipment, supplies and plans weighing up to 50 pounds. - Work within confined spaces, climb ladders, work around power and noise producing equipment, work in confined spaces requiring reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, and crouching.

- Work in all weather conditions including wet, hot, cold and windy. - Access construction areas within construction sites. Ability to: - Work on uneven work surfaces, trenches, slopes, roof structures, framing, and other conditions found in a construction environment.

- Serve on-call, work after hours, weekends and holidays, during emergency situations, and as required. - Anticipate issues and seek resolution through various resources. - Provide service to all customers with a professional and sincere attitude; be customer service oriented.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: EDUCATION: Equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade. -AND_ EXPERIENCE: One year of experience performing building inspection work within one or more inspection disciplines for a municipal or county government agency, or three years of journey level experience in the building construction field as a plumber, electrician, carpenter, roofer, or closely related field, within the discipline(s) applied.

-OR- EDUCATION: Completion of 21 units of college level courses in building inspection, construction, or other related areas and possession of a certification issued by the I.C.C. or other approved certifying organization in the building construction or plans examiner fields -AND- EXPERIENCE: One year of experience performing a variety of paraprofessional/technical work related to plan checking and inspections. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment

Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.

PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Should certification and/or license be used to qualify for this position, then proof of said certification and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case by case basis.

CERTIFICATION: Incumbents must possess certification from an approved certifying organization in their specific work discipline(s) and obtain recognition of competency within one year of appointment. Maintenance of required certifications is a condition for continued employment in this classification. PROBATIONARY PERIOD Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

In addition, incumbents in each inspection discipline must have the following knowledge, abilities, and experience and/or certification as outlined per discipline. Once appointed, inspectors may qualify and perform work in other disciplines. Building Specialty Inspection, Plumbing/Mechanical Specialty Inspection, or Electrical Specialty Inspection Knowledge of: - Methods, practices, codes, ordinances, policies, and materials used in construction work as it relates to the specialty area, and applies to both residential and commercial construction.

Ability to: - Inspect all work, including the more complex or difficult installations within the specialty. Experience and Certification: - Three years of experience as a journey-level craft person in the specialty area, or a closely related discipline, and a working knowledge of building construction. - Certification by I.C.C

or other approved certifying organization in the appropriate specialty categories. - Recognition by the Chief Building Official of the competency to perform both residential and commercial building inspections. Roofing Combination Inspection Knowledge of: - Methods, practices, and materials used in roofing as applied to both resi...


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