Plans Examiner
1 week ago
PLANS EXAMINER
Working for City of Thorold
By joining the City of Thorold team, you will be choosing to become part of the fastest
growing municipality in the beautiful Niagara region.
Working with us means a great pension, superb benefits package and a supportive and
collaborative team environment. We invest in our people and prioritize creating
opportunities for our employees to learn and grow in their roles.
We are proudly home to Canada Games Park, an internationally recognized and
certified athletics and wellness facility. Our 300+ acres of parks and trails, two
community centers, two arenas and outdoor pool are what makes Thorold the ideal
place to build your career.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Manager of Building Services, review and examine plans and
specifications to determine compliance with the Ontario Building Code and applicable
law for issuance of building permits and demolition permits associated with residential
buildings within the scope of Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code and non-commercial
agricultural buildings under 600 square meters in building area.
Responsibilities:
Review, approve and issue building permits and demolition permits associated with Part
9 residential buildings and buildings accessory thereto
Review, approve and issue building permits associated with non-commercial agricultural
buildings under 600 square meters in building area
Enforce the Ontario Building Code and other applicable law through plans examination
Research zoning maps, survey and property files to verify compliance with Zoning By
- Laws, Subdivision Agreements, Consent Agreements and Development Agreements
Assist customers at the counter and through correspondence on matters associated with
the Ontario Building Code, Zoning By-Laws, accepted construction practices, regulations
and procedures
Advise, communicate and liaise with staff, other departments and industry professionals
with all issues relating to interpretation of Ontario Building Code, Zoning By-Laws,
accepted construction practices, regulations and procedures
Liaise with persons in outside public or private organizations supplying or obtaining
detailed and specialized information
Attend site meetings with staff and industry professionals as needed
Investigate and follow up on approvals relevant to permit issuance
Advise owners and building inspectors/plans examiners on procedures and regulations
where deviations or revisions have occurred after issuance of building permits
Input and retrieve data
Assist with administration and interpretation of Development Charge By-Laws including
answering inquiries, performing calculations, and collecting fees
Compose correspondence
Other related duties as assigned
**Education/Experience
Diploma in a minimum three (3) year college program related to construction
management, construction engineering or architectural technology or a combination
of equivalent related education and relevant work experience.
A minimum of three (3) years related work experience preferably in a municipal
building department
Experience with a Windows based operating system and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with examining and interpreting construction plans
Data entry experience considered an asset
Ability to accurately interpret construction plans
Ability to understand and explain by-laws and regulations
Good verbal and written communication skills required
Excellent customer service skills required
Ability to manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines
Detail oriented
Capacity to use a wide range of procedures or techniques occasionally devising
new methods to new situations
High degree of tact and judgement
Effective organization skills
Must possess numerical aptitude and computer literacy skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Must possess a high degree of tact, courtesy and judgement to be able to deal
effectively with the general public and industry stakeholders
Excellent critical thinking and decision making skills required
Effective time management skills required
Must possess a Ministry of Municipal Affairs Building Code Identification Number
(BCIN) and be qualified in 'General Legal', 'House', 'HVAC - House' and 'Building
Structural'
Understanding of the Ontario Building Codes
Knowledge of the legislative, legal and administrative aspects of the building permit
process
Familiar with land use planning and zoning
Conditions of Employment
Required to work under the general supervision of the Manager of Building Services in
an office environment involving mental and visual concentration with frequent
interruptions. Work closely with departmental staff. Some overtime may be required.
The above statement reflects the principal functions and duties as required for proper
evaluation of the job. Other related duties can only be considered part of the job if they
directly relate to
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