JOB
Do you want to begin a meaningful public service career and expand your technical experience with Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Laws and Regulations and plan review of commercial buildings? Learn what it takes to achieve your goals in this UCC Buildings Plan Examiner Trainee program with the Department of Labor & Industry’s Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety, UCC Plan Review Division.
This opportunity provides training, guidance, and steady growth that builds on your current experience in commercial, industrial, or other public use building construction, design, or inspection work which involved the application of state building code laws and regulations. If you are ready to join a team that supports communities across Pennsylvania by helping to ensure safe and accessible structures for everyone, we invite you to apply.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
In this UCC Building Plans Examiner Trainee position, you will learn and assist with examining architectural plans and specifications for compliance with applicable laws and regulations that protect public health, safety, and general welfare. This also involves assisting with the review and interpretation of these laws and regulations, project research, and public communications. Your duties in this role will include the following:
Plan Review: Assist with review and approval of architectural plans for compliance with applicable building, fire safety, accessibility, energy, and other regulatory requirements-
Hands-On Training: Learn to recommend modifications for applicants’ plans to achieve compliance; determine the validity of written complaints; and assist in the explanation and interpretation of laws, regulations, and Bureau procedures
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Project Research: Assist with research assignments and special projects that support the Division’s work
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Communication Assistance: Answer telephone inquiries from building owners, architects, engineers, building tenants, and other professionals regarding regulations, appeals, and Bureau procedures; prepare responses to written correspondence similar to telephone calls; and attend meetings
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Documentation: Update computer records of the bureau’s file and order tracking system to ensure all documentation is accurate and organized
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
