Building Inspector II (Temporary)

City of St. Catharines; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of St. Catharines seeks a Building Inspector for a temporary position, focusing on enforcing compliance with the Ontario Building Code and ensuring public safety. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, issuing orders, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates should have a diploma in a related field and three years' experience. A strong legal knowledge and excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent responsible experience in building construction.
• Hold qualifications required by the Ontario Building Code Act.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code.
• Investigate non-compliance and recommend remedial actions.
• Issue orders for contraventions of the Building Code and Regulations.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Decision-making

Customer service

Education

College Diploma in civil, construction engineering, architectural technology

Tools

AMANDA software

Job description

About the Role:

Primary duties will be to inspect specific stages of construction, alteration, renovation and demolition for buildings within the scope of Part 9,to enforce compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Regulations and relevant Municipal By-laws; the enforcement of building regulations and relevant municipal by-laws and investigation of violations or perceived violations and issue orders where necessary; the collection and documentation of evidence regarding compliance with the BCA and OBC and other municipal by-laws for permit issuance and inspection, as well as for the resolution of violations.Secondary focus will be to ensure public safety through the examination of plans and specifications with a focus on Part 9 buildings for the purpose of permit issuance.

What you will be doing:

• Inspect at all stages the construction of all classifications of buildingswithin the scope of Part 9(e.g. residential, commercial, industrial, etc.) as necessary to enforce compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Regulations, to ensure public life safety, structural and environmental health of buildings and to recommend issuance of occupancy permits.
• Investigate damage (e.g. sewage backups, grow operations, fire,vehicle impact, etc.) as necessary for non-compliance and/or unsafe conditions to determine the appropriate remedial action in accordance with provincial legislation.
• Issue Orders respecting contraventions of the Building Code and Regulations, Municipal By-laws, etc., to include investigating and reporting on complaints. Check on corrective action and take necessary steps to ensure compliance, including recommending legal action and appearing in Court to provide expert evidence on any prosecutions that have resulted from non-compliance of the Order.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections and evidence. Prepare necessary records, reports, and legal briefs for prosecutions.
• Perform other similar and related duties, as required.
• Examine plans and specifications for building safety and energy efficiency in all classifications of buildings (with a primary focus on Part 9 buildings) to enforce compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Regulations, to ensure public life safety, structural and environmental health of buildings and to recommend issuance of permits.
• Evaluate equivalent materials or alternative measures to achieve compliance with the applied design specifications.
• Review and receive plans, specifications and other related documents and take applications for permits. Answer inquiries, explain building regulations and give guidance respecting construction of buildings.
• Enforce compliance with Municipal By-laws as well as applicable authorities (e.g. Ministry of Transportation of Ontario (MTO), Niagara Escarpment Commission (NEC) etc.).
• Negotiate and facilitate resolution of conflicting interests between departments and outside agencies (e.g. MTO, etc.), contractors, designers and property owners, as necessary.
• Prepare reports for approval providing technical advice and recommendations.
• Represent the Building Division on internal and external committees, as required.
• Ensure correct fees and all fees have been paid prior to issuance of permit.

About you:

• College Diploma (three (3) year) in civil, construction engineering, architectural technology or related discipline.
• Three (3) years recent responsible experience in building construction.
• Hold and maintain qualifications to be a building inspector as required by the Ontario Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code Regulations in the following categories General/Legal/Process, House, Small Buildings, House HVAC, House Plumbing and Building Structural.
• Membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technologists and Technicians or the Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario.
• A Certified Building Code Official (CBCO) designation as granted by the Ontario Building Officials Association is considered to be an asset.
• A CET designation as granted by OACETT or a MAATO as granted by AATO is considered to be an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act and Regulations regarding all types of construction as well as a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and structural engineering design principles as related to building construction.
• The ability to read and comprehend detailed construction drawings and site plans.
• Well-developed communication skills and excellent customer service skills with the ability to liaison with key external and internal stakeholders.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to function effectively with minimal supervision.
• Possess a working knowledge of micro-computer systems, including use of AMANDA software.
• Availability to work flexible hours including overtime as required.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements (i.e. field inspections) of the job.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, Class “G”, with a clean driving record and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training.
  
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture.

What's in it for you:

Pay Range: $80,147 - $90,053

Employee Group: CUPE 157

Position Type: Temporary for approximately eight months

Work Mode: In-Person

Work Location: City Hall

Job ID: 2024-128

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