Building Inspector-Plans Examiner

JOB OPPORTUNITYInternal & External

BUILDING INSPECTOR - PLANS EXAMINERWorking 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 creatingopportunities for our employees to learn and grow in their roles.

We are proudly home to Canada Games Park, an internationally recognized andcertified athletics and wellness facility. Our 300+ acres of parks and trails, twocommunity centers, two arenas and outdoor pool are what makes Thorold the idealplace to build your career.

Primary Function

Under the direction of the Manager of Building Services, perform on-site inspections of building construction and review and examine plans and specifications to determinecompliance with the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code and applicable law.Perform enforcement duties associated with the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code.Duties and Responsibilities

 Inspect all buildings for compliance with the Building Code Act, OntarioBuilding Code and applicable law

 Determine adequacy of a building or part thereof for occupancy

 Enforce the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code

 Proactively and reactively investigate properties for violations of the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code

 Collect, prepare and maintain evidence in relation to enforcement of theBuilding Code Act and Ontario Building Code

 Serve summonses pursuant to the Provincial Offences Act

 Attend legal proceedings as a creditable witness

 Process and examine permit applications for small, large and complex

buildings for compliance with the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code andall applicable laws.

 Issue building permits, demolition permits and change of use permits inaccordance with the Building Code Act and regulations

 Assist the Plans Examiner with processing and examining permit applicationsfor housing construction projects.

 Ensure permit issuance timelines are met as set out by the Ministry ofMunicipal Affairs and Housing

 Research zoning maps, survey and property files to verify compliance withZoning By-Laws, Subdivision Agreements, Consent Agreements andDevelopment Agreements

 Assist customers at the counter and through correspondence on mattersassociated with the Ontario Building Code, Zoning By-Laws, acceptedconstruction practices, regulations and procedures

 Advise, communicate and liaise with staff, other departments and industryprofessionals 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 orobtaining detailed and specialized information

 Attend site meetings

 Advise on procedures and regulations where deviations or revisions haveoccurred after issuance of building permits

 Input and retrieve data

 Assist with administration and interpretation of Development Charge By-Lawsincluding answering inquiries, performing calculations, and collecting fees

 Review and comment on Alternative Solution applications for consideration bythe Chief Building Official

 Responsible for periodically providing advice, guidance, instructions anddirections to the Plans Examiner and Development Services Technician whenthe Manager of Building Services is unavailable

 Attend training

 Functional supervisory responsibility of the Development Services Technicianand/or Plans Examiner may be required as needed

 Other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

 Diploma in a minimum three (3) year college or university program related totechnology or a combination of equivalent related education and relevant workexperience.

 CBCO certification with the Ontario Building Officials Association or working

 A minimum of six (6) years related plans examination experience, buildinginspections experience and/or related work experience in building construction

 Experience with zoning review and interpretations

 Experience using and interpreting the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Codeas well as referenced documents and standards

 Experience with a Windows based operating system and Microsoft Office Suite

 Data entry experience and electronic plans examination experience considered an asset

 Ability to accurately interpret complex construction plans from various designprofessions

 Ability to understand and explain municipal and provincial regulations

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

 Ability to manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines

 Capacity to use a wide range of procedures or techniques occasionally devisingnew methods to new situations

 Must possess numerical aptitude and computer literacy skills

 Must possess a high degree of tact, courtesy and judgement to be able to dealeffectively with the general public, industry stakeholders and staff

 Excellent critical thinking and decision making skills required

 Ability to focus on a large volume of work within a limited time with frequentinterruptions

 Ability to focus on specific tasks while remaining aware of surrounding conditions.

 Intermediate knowledge and skills on Microsoft Office programs (e.g. creation and manipulation of excel spreadsheets and advanced letter formatting)

 Ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team

 Ability to walk over rough terrain, climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds

 Must possess a Ministry of Municipal Affairs Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) and be qualified in ‘General Legal’, ‘Small Buildings’, ‘Building Services’, ‘Building Structural’, ‘Plumbing – All Buildings’, ‘ Large Buildings’, and ‘Complex Buildings’.

 Extensive knowledge of the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code,referenced documents and standards

 Knowledge of the legislative, legal and administrative aspects of the building

 Familiar with land use planning such as site plan approval and zoning

 Knowledge of health and safety regulations under the Occupational Health andSafety Act

considerable independence of action. Required to work in an office environment and

carry out onsite Field Inspections. Valid driver's license. 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 the primary function contained herein.Job Location: City Hall3540 Schmon Parkway, ThoroldJob Rate: $47.40 - $48.18 – inclusive of an $8.36 per hour market premiumJob Type: Unionized

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (inclusive)8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (35hr/wk)Start Date: ImmediatelyThis posting is available to both internal and external applicants, internal CUPE applicants will be considered first as long as the application is received by Monday April 8, 2024 at 4:00 pm.Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter marked“Building Inspector – Plans Examiner” to hr@thorold.ca, this posting will be available until the position is filled. We appreciate all applications but please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Additional InformationIn accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human rights code, the City accommodates the individual needs of all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes.