Building Inspector, Generalist

City of Brampton; Brampton; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Brampton is seeking a Building Inspector, Generalist to perform multi-disciplinary inspections to ensure construction and installations meet Ontario Building Code standards and project documents. The role involves inspecting new homes, two-unit dwellings, renovations, and small commercial buildings, while addressing code compliance and enforcement actions.

Responsibilities include coordinating with plans examiners and contractors, maintaining thorough records, and providing public

Qualifications

• High school graduation plus an additional program of two to three years in Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering Technology.
• Successful completion of provincial examinations related to the inspector duties and filing with the Province as required by legislation.
• Completion within six months of hire of Provincial qualification examinations: Small Buildings, Building Structural, Building Services, Plumbing All Buildings.
• Completion within 12 months of hire of Provincial qualification examinations: Small Buildings, Building Structural, Building Services, Plumbing All Buildings.

Responsibilities

• Performs multi-disciplinary inspections to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and project plans.
• Inspects new homes, two-unit dwellings, renovations, small commercial buildings under Part 9 of the Code.
• Investigates infractions and issues orders to comply; maintains records and prepares prosecution documentation.
• Provides technical assistance to customers at the counter and responds to inquiries.
• Coordinates with plans examiners, professionals, contractors and owners to ensure inspections are undertaken and violations corrected.
• Keeps knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and standards current.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Customer service

Independent & teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering Technology program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Building Inspector, Generalist

Posting Start Date: 8/17/26

Job Opening Number: 107144
Job Requisition Number: 488
Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Union
Job Code: Building Inspector, Generalist
Department: PLANNING, BUILDING&GROWTH MGMT
Division: Building
Salary Range:
1st Step $102,975.60 per annum
2nd Step: $108,399.20 per annum
Job Rate: $114,114.00 per annum
Job Grade: 012
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R)
Hours of Work: 35 Hour work week
Location: FLOWER CITY COMMUNITY CAMPUS
Posting Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 08/31/2026

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address.

External and internal applicants are now being considered.

POSITION DUTIES:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Inspections, performs multi-disciplinary inspections to ensure construction and installations meet all referenced standards set by the Ontario Building Code as well as plans, specifications, documents and applicable laws and by-laws.

• Performs detailed and comprehensive inspections of new homes, two-unit dwellings, housing renovations, small commercial and other buildings regulated by Part 9 of the Code
• Ensures that building, plumbing and HVAC construction are in accordance with the Ontario Building Code, plans, specifications and documents
• Investigates complaints to determine whether any infractions of the Building Code Act or regulations have occurred, and takes appropriate follow-up actions in accordance with legislative requirements
• Issues orders to comply, uncover and/or stop work orders and makes necessary follow up in accordance with the legislative requirements and departmental procedures and standards
• Maintains complete and comprehensive inspection and investigation records, including field notes, deficiency report orders and photographs
• Prepares prosecutions documentation, and testifies in court as required
• Provides technical assistance to customers and the public at the counter and responds to telephone inquiries in accordance with established service standards of the department
• Liaises with plans examiners, professionals, contractors, tradespeople, building owners, homeowners and other approval agencies through the construction process to ensure required inspections are undertaken and that any violations of the Code are corrected
• Ensures that all professional reports and tests required by the Ontario Building Code are provided and are satisfactory; reviews reports and resolves issues which arise throughout the construction process
• Provides comment and input into the development of technical policies and procedures as required
• Maintains current knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and all standards references therein

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• High school (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of two years up to three years or equivalent in Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering Technology
• Successful completion of the provincial examinations relating to the building(s) which the employee will exercise the powers or perform the duties of an inspector under the Act, and have filed each to the Province as per applicable legislative requirements

REQUIRED LICENCE CERTIFICATION:

• Successful completion of provincial examinations and filing to the Province as relevant to the role and as set out in the legislation: Legal, House, Small Buildings, HVAC House and Plumbing House, Building Structural, Building Services and Plumbing all Buildings
• Within six (6) months from date of hire, successful completion of the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Provincial qualification examinations:
• Within 12 months from date of hire, successful completion of the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Provincial qualification examinations:
• Small Buildings, Building Structural, Building Services, Plumbing All Buildings

EXPERIENCE:

• Over two (2) years up to including four years

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• Sound judgment; good decision making and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and additional related software.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Information

Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

• Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

For Internal CUPE Bargaining Members only: Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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