Building Inspector 1, 2, 3

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal government in Metro Vancouver is seeking Building Inspectors to ensure compliance with building codes and bylaws. Positions available include Building Inspector 1, 2, and 3 based on qualifications, with opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should hold a diploma in Building Technology or complete a recognized carpentry apprenticeship. Hourly pay rates range from $37.58 to $48.09, depending on the position.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Plan Checker or equivalent experience required for inspector positions.
• Completion of BOABC Level 1, 2, or 3 Exam required based on the position.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects for compliance.
• Issue inspection notices.
• Provide technical assistance and advice.

Skills

Knowledge of building codes

Technical assistance

Inspection procedures

Education

Diploma in Building Technology

Grade 12 completion

Job description

Building Inspector 1, 2, 3

The City of Burnaby is recruiting a Building Inspector to perform building inspectional and regulatory work to ensure compliance with the Building, Zoning and Sign by-laws and BC Building Code. The successful candidate may be hired into a Building Inspector 1, Building Inspector 2 or Building Inspector 3 position, depending on their qualifications.

This exciting position has ample opportunity for professional development and growth potential from one position to the next within Building Inspection. The work becomes progressively more complex and diverse between the levels with the Building Inspector 1 performing entry-level work, up to the Building Inspector 3 performing work at the full working level. A Building Inspector 1 inspects single and two family building construction. The Building Inspector 2 inspects Part 9 buildings. The Building Inspector 3 inspects Part 3 buildings.

Responsibilities include:

• inspecting construction projects for compliance with appropriate bylaws and codes
• issuing inspection notices
• advising appropriate persons and agencies of construction changes or corrections required
• providing technical assistance as required
• surveying fire-damaged buildings prior to repair
• providing factual evidence in court
• performing related work as required

Qualifications include:

• completion of grade 12
• graduation from an Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Building Technology or completion of a recognized carpentry trade apprenticeship

A Building Inspector 1 requires sound experience as a Plan Checker 1 or an equivalent combination of training and experience and successful completion of the BOABC Level 1 Exam or to be enrolled into Level 1 Building Official-in-Training Program and obtain qualification within 12 months. A Building Inspector 2 requires sound experience as a Plan Checker 2 or Building Inspector 1 and successful completion of the BOABC Level 2 Exam or to be enrolled into Level 2 Building Official-in-Training Program and obtain qualification within 18 months. A Building Inspector 3 requires considerable experience as a Building Technologist or Building Inspector 2 and successful completion of the BOABC Level 3 Exam or to be enrolled into Level 3 Building Official-in-Training Program and obtain qualification within 24 months; along with the BOABC qualification, an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The position requires a valid BC Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia.

Pay rates are as follows:

• Building Inspector 1: $37.58 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)
• Building Inspector 2: $40.74 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)
• Building Inspector 3: $48.09 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

This is an auxiliary position, hours and shifts are based on operational requirements and do not provide guaranteed hours of work, which may include on-call shifts. Typical shifts are Monday to Friday from 7:30AM – 4:15PM.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.