Plan Checker- Residential Specialist
City of Bakersfield Bakersfield, California, United States
- Location: Bakersfield, California, United States
- Categories: Planning and Development
- Job Type:
- Posted: Nov 11, 2026
Job Description:
Plan Checker- Residential Specialist
Description
DescriptionUnder the general supervision reviews, building construction and alteration plans and calculations for residential projects for compliance with the Uniform Building Code, Uniform Housing Code, state and municipal codes and other related codes. Performs other work as required.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Reviews construction plans for single and multiple family dwellings, residential additions, alterations and repairs, and other minor projects, including light commercial structures and/or tenant improvements for compliance with Uniform Building Code, Uniform Housing Code, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical codes, state and municipal codes, and other related codes and ordinances; Makes code interpretations and responds to inquiries from architects, engineers, contractors, building designers and owners concerning matters related to plan checking and other code related items; Calculates building permit fees; Issues permits.
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Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
- Associate of Arts Degree from an accredited college with a major in Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field; AND
- Two (2) years of experience with government agency as a residential plan checker; OR
- ICC Certification as a Plans Examiner; AND
- Two (2) years’ experience in the residential construction industry; OR
- An equivalent combination of training, experience, and certification.
- Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license;
- Possession of a valid ICC certification as a Plans Examiner within two (2) years of employment as a condition of continued employment;
- Incumbents in this job classification must maintain the required certificate for the entire term of employment.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
December 17, 2026 (Tentative)
An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 12/1/2026 1:00 PM Pacific