The City of Courtenay invites applications for the position of "Building Inspector” in the Development Services Department. This is a union position and is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the current Collective Agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

The Building Inspector reviews building and plumbing permit applications, and issues permits; inspects and approves plans and drawings pertaining to the development, construction and renovation of major projects; conducts on-site inspections of properties, new construction and renovations; reviews zoning, business license and sign permit applications, inspects business premises, and issues licenses and permits; provides information and technical advice to the public and other City departments; and prepares reports and other documentation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant post-secondary education.
• current BC Building Inspectors Level 2-3 Certificate
• current BC Plumbing Inspector Level 1 Certificate
•   valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
•   eligible for Building Officials Association of BC membership
•  Criminal Record Check
•  considerable building and plumbing inspection experience for a local government
• thorough knowledge of current BC building and plumbing codes, local government statutes, regulations and bylaws, and building construction methods, materials, soils, plumbing systems and sign construction
• considerable   knowledge   of   structural, civil, geotechnical, mechanical   and   electrical engineering pursuant to the BC Building Code
• strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• good office computer skills
• ability to work well as a member of a team and independently
• ability to check and interpret complex plans and specifications, compare with construction in progress, suggest and enforce changes or corrections required with firmness, impartiality and sound judgment
• physical ability to undertake frequent site inspections including crawling through attics and crawlspaces, climbing ladders and work in inclement weather

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRING:

• job-related safety training

This is a regular, full-time position available immediately.  The 2024 hourly wage rates range from $44.56 to $47.08 based on a 35-hour work week, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate will have attained level 3 certification or a level 2 certified candidate close to completing their level 3 qualification.

If you have the qualifications along with the passion to help Courtenay be the most livable City in British Columbia, then submit a resume outlining how you meet the qualifications with a covering letter clearly marked “Application – Building Inspector”.  To submit your application, click on the “Apply” button below.

Interviews may be initiated prior to closing date of posting.  We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those short listed will be contacted.

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