Building Inspector/Plan Checker

4 weeks ago

Kelowna, Canada City of Kelowna Full time
Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority; applications must be received by 4:00pm on April 16, 2024.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.

Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required
documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number CK53262P

Position Title

No. of Staff Required

No. of Staff Required 1

Position Type

Position Type FT

If Term position, enter length of Term in months

If Term position, enter length of Term in months N/A

Position Groups

Position Groups CUPE Civic

Division

Division Planning & Development Services (DV144)

Department

Department Development Services (DP148)

Branch

Branch Building Inspections (BR149)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

Picture yourself as a Building Inspector/ Plan Checker with a municipality striving to be the best mid-sized City in North America. Using your related experience, you will examine plans and authorize construction for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, subdivision, lot development, and site grading/drainage work. You will conduct site inspections of works and subdivision development to ensure compliance with BC Building Codes and City approved subdivision bylaws and guidelines.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in customer service, conflict resolution, and use a balanced approach and mature judgment in decision making.

Duties - Union

  • Reviews building plans for compliance to building codes, fire codes, zoning bylaw, development permits, legal documents registered against the property, building bylaws, sign bylaws and various other City regulations and policies.
  • Compiles non-conforming items on building permits applications and provides revisions required to the plans for compliance to the regulations.
  • Issues and monitors building permits and occupancy permits.
  • Ensures appropriate fees are being collected.
  • Provides onsite inspections for compliance to various building codes, standards and bylaws and produces a written inspection report(s) outlining deficiencies; follows up for compliance; inputs inspection data to communicate status.
  • Enforces illegal construction and related bylaw violations; issues stop work orders.
  • Responds to phone, email and in-person inquiries from the public and staff regarding City bylaws, building code requirements and the status of plans in the review process; problem-solves issues to expedite timely processing, inspection and release of building permits.
  • Serves as a technical resource to the public and other City staff. Interprets and ensures consistent application of BC Building Code, bylaws and other regulatory requirements, including providing professional assessments and evaluations.
  • Applies effective conflict resolution skills in dealing with sensitive issues, public complaints and enforcing BC Building Code and City bylaw compliance.
  • Maintains expertise by keeping updated with changes and technological innovations in the building industry; attends training courses to attain and maintain Registered Building Official designation.
  • Provides a leadership role to other Building Inspector/Plan Checker Staff.
  • Performs work safely and in accordance with all health and safety regulations, policies and safe work procedures.
Results and Activities - Non union
  • Building or Architectural Technology Diploma or equivalent education (ie. Red Seal)
  • BOABC Certification Level III preferred; Level I & II may also be considered
  • Experience
  • Attention to Detail
  • Computer Literacy
  • Problem Solving
  • People Management
  • Professional Credibility
  • BC Drivers License – Class 5
Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Special Instructions to Applicant

Internal candidates please note that in order to be considered based on your seniority; applications must be received by 4:00pm on April 16, 2024.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.

Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required
documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply

Additional Hiring Information

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Starts at $50.66 per hour with a 2-step progression to $53.79 per hour for a BOABC Level III

Posting Date

Posting Date 04/10/2024

Closing Date

Closing Date 04/30/2024

Days of Work

Days of Work Monday to Friday

Standard Hours per Day 7

Hours of Work

8-4

Work Location

Work Location CITY HALL

Specify Work Location

Specify Work Location 2nd floor

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

ResumeCover LetterDriver's Abstract Optional Documents Other Document 1Other Document 2 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * How many years of experience do you have related to this position?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • 5 to 8 years
    • More than 8 years
  • * Do you have a Building or Architectural Technology Diploma or equivalent education?
    • Yes
    • No
    • Related Education
  • * What level of BOABC certification do you currently hold?
    • No certification
    • Building Level 1
    • Building Level 2
    • Building Level 3
  • * If you currently hold a Safety Code Certification in Alberta, what level is it?
    • Group A Level 3
    • Group B Level 3
    • Group A Level 3 & Group B Level 3
    • Other
    • Do not have certification in Alberta
  • * How many years of experience do you have at a Journeyperson level?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  • * How many years of experience do you have in construction package application review and intake?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • More than 3 years
  • * How many years of experience do you have working with the public?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  • * Do you currently hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Do you possess or have the ability to obtain an RCMP Security Clearance?
    • No
    • No but I am able to obtain
    • Yes, I currently have
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