Building Inspector

4 weeks ago

Windsor, Ontario, Canada City Of Windsor Full time
Job Title: Building Inspector

Join the City of Windsor team as a Building Inspector and play a critical role in ensuring public safety and compliance with building codes and regulations.

Job Summary:

The Building Inspector will be responsible for conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and related legislation. This includes inspecting construction and demolition sites, verifying compliance with approved plans and standards, and issuing orders for contraventions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and related legislation
  • Verify compliance with approved plans and standards
  • Issue orders for contraventions
  • Investigate complaints and apply enforcement regarding contraventions of statutes, regulations, and bylaws
  • Collaborate with other divisions and outside agencies to determine compliance with planning agreements
  • Provide instruction to contractors, architects, engineers, and the public on regulations and required construction practices
  • Review plans and specifications from all construction disciplines to ensure overall compliance with the Ontario Building Code
  • Verify existing site conditions on permit drawings and/or information on municipal addresses to ensure compliance with Committee of Adjustment and Local Planning Appeal Tribunal decisions
  • Inspect and coordinate with other divisions and outside agencies to determine compliance with planning agreements
  • Investigate complaints and apply enforcement regarding contraventions of statutes, regulations, and bylaws
  • Advises Ministry of Labour of unsafe working conditions or sites and participates in investigations
  • Inspect the structural integrity of fire-damaged or unsafe buildings to determine the extent of damage and need for repairs/replacement/demolition or unsafe orders and works with other enforcement agencies
  • Inspect and prepares evidence for presentation before the courts. Represents the City in civil litigation
  • Responds to enquiries from the public concerning requirements of the Ontario Building Code and applicable law affecting new construction
  • Issues orders for Ontario Building Code/Act violations/deficiencies
  • Inspects for partial occupancy compliance and issuance of Partial Occupancy Permits
  • Conducts annual licensing inspections for public halls, lodging homes, and hospitality establishments serving alcohol for agency-required clearances for the sale and service of alcohol
  • Prepares detailed and accurate technical reports. Reviews consultants' field reports for accuracy and completeness
  • Verifies that materials and methods of construction meet approved standards and construction practices
  • Issues Orders to Comply when infractions of regulations are found, files court charges, and gives evidence in court when legal action is required to obtain compliance
  • Approves alternative design and equipment substitutions that vary from approved plans
  • Represents the Division at various committees and meetings
  • Mentors less experienced staff
Requirements:
  • Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma plus (3) years of post-secondary education from a Community College or University in Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalencies; with an additional (1) year post-secondary education authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) at the Ontario Building Officials Association or accredited Community College;
  • Must have Provincial Qualifications from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs in:
  • General Legal or CBO Legal
  • House
  • Small Buildings
  • Large Buildings
  • Plumbing – House
  • Plumbing – All Buildings
  • HVAC – House
  • Building Services
  • Building Structural
  • Detection, Lighting, and Power
  • Must hold and maintain a current, valid, and lawful Class 'G' Driver's License in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver's abstract as a condition of employment. Access to a properly insured vehicle;
  • Must have experience and education in the design and installation of building, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems;
  • Must have experience in a computerized office environment and be familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite of Products;
  • Must be capable of reading and interpreting construction drawings;
  • Must have comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and other related standards;
  • Must have effective oral and written communication skills in all mediums;
  • Must have knowledge and ability to apply the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations relevant to building construction;
  • Additional Provincial Qualifications in 'Complex Buildings' and 'On-site Sewage' would be an asset;
  • Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public;
  • Good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills;
  • Current Certificate of Qualification under the Apprenticeship and Tradesperson's Qualifications Act as a sheet metal worker is an asset;
  • O.A.C.E.T.T. Certification or A.A.T.O. Certification as an Engineering or Architectural Technician or Technologist is an asset;
  • Membership with the Ontario Building Officials Association along with CBCO designation will be considered an asset;
  • May be required to lift up to 11 lbs.

NOTE:

  • Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
  • We offer a smoke-free office environment
  • Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
  • The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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