Building Official I (Permanent, Full - Time)

Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is looking for a Building Official I to enhance its Development, Engineering, and Sustainability team. This role involves reviewing building permits, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with BC’s Building and Plumbing codes. Join a vibrant community in a position that impacts local infrastructure and services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5.
• Must have passed the Building Officials Association of BC Level I examinations.

Responsibilities

• Review and approval of building permits.
• Site inspections and enforcement of relevant building codes.
• Interact with internal departments and external agencies.

Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Completion of secondary school or equivalent

BC Trade Qualification or inter-provincial carpentry ticket

Graduation from a recognized building technology course

Job description

Building Official I (Permanent, Full - Time) - (1650)

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact on a growing, vibrant community? The City of Kamloops is seeking a highly-skilled Building Official I to join our dedicated Development, Engineering, and Sustainability team. This is an opportunity to have a directly impact the growth and innovation in Kamloops’ infrastructure.

As a Building Official I, you will play a pivotal role in the review and approval of building permits, site inspections, enforcement of BC’s Building and Plumbing Codes, City bylaws and much more! This highly-technical position interacts with and provides professional guidance to many internal departments, developers, owners, contractors and other external agencies. If this opportunity interests you, apply now!

Welcome to the vibrant heart of British Columbia, where the majestic Thompson River flows amidst stunning landscapes and a community steeped in history and culture. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit that make us a leader! Nestled in the Thompson Valley and surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Interior Plateau, Kamloops boasts a unique blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventure. From its bustling downtown core, alive with eclectic shops and diverse culinary delights, to its vast network of trails, parks, and recreational facilities, Kamloops offers something for everyone. Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. Kamloops welcomes you with open arms and boundless opportunities to explore, discover, and connect.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5.
• BC Trade Qualification or inter-provincial carpentry ticket and/or graduation from a recognized building technology course.
• Must have passed the Building Officials Association of BC Level I examinations.

Please note, this Building Official I posting coincides with postings for a fully qualified Building Official III (#) and Building Official II (#). Our preference is to only hire a fully qualified Building Official III. However, if there are no candidates deemed fully qualified, candidates for the Building Official II and Building Official I postings will be considered

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

This job posting will be open until filled. The posting may close anytime after June 13, 2025 if a qualified candidate is found.

Hours & Days of Work

Monday – Friday7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

40

Hourly Rate

$43.511

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.

Human Resources
105 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 2C6