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The City of Fort Worth Development Services Department is hiring a Building Plans Examiner to review commercial and residential construction plans for conformance with building codes, zoning and ordinances. The role supports safe, orderly growth through technical plan review, code interpretation, applicant guidance and data entry into permitting systems.

Skills

  • Knowledge of model building codes and local ordinances
  • Blueprint reading and plans examination
  • Effective written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Computer skills for permitting software and data entry (experience with Accela preferred)
  • Ability to interpret calculations and building systems across disciplines (structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical)

Responsibilities

  • Review commercial and residential plans (multi-family, single-family, high-rise, mixed-use) for compliance with applicable building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical codes.
  • Interpret regulations, laws and ordinances and provide guidance to architects, engineers, contractors and the public.
  • Identify and document required revisions; amend plans as needed and communicate follow-up with applicants.
  • Enter and update plans examination and application data in the permitting system; track application status and issue permits.
  • Assist in resolving plan issues with innovative, code-compliant solutions and provide customer service during intake and review processes.

Education

  • Associate's Degree required (related field)
  • Candidates without the degree may be considered with equivalent or greater relevant work experience

Benefits

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • City pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
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Fort Worth is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Texas and the 13th-largest city in the United States. It is the county seat of Tarrant County, covering nearly 350 square miles into four other counties: Denton, Parker, Wise, and Johnson.

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December 18, 2025
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