Building & Plumbing Inspector (Up to 2)

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen·dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

At the City of Kingston, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

Position Summary

Please note the rates of pay for this position are currently covered under a temporary Market Adjustment rate. This adjusted rate will be reviewed and evaluated December 31, 2025; therefore, it is not permanent and not guaranteed.

The Building and Plumbing Inspector is responsible for conducting plan reviews and site inspections at various stages of construction ensuring buildings, structures, uses, and related systems are in compliance with the approved permit documents, plans and specifications; the Building Code Act and building code as amended Ontario Building Code (OBC); any referenced standards/documents and related legislation.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review construction plans, specifications and reports from designers, engineers and architects to establish compliance with the OBC, municipal regulations and applicable standards.
2. Issue permits and complete site inspections for residential, institutional, commercial and industrial properties with regards to structure, plumbing, wiring, heating systems, sanitation, fire and safety.
3. Serve notice stating specific defects to owners or to other appropriate parties when standards do not comply with the regulations and by-laws.
4. Review construction projects to confirm compliance to Ontario Heritage Act.
5. Coordinate and prioritize workload and monitor construction activity in assigned geographic area including review of site plans, blueprints and specifications.
6. As a Provincial Offences Officer, enforce Ontario Building Code (OBC) requirements through the courts where necessary.
7. Liaise and maintain good public relations with department clientele including architects, engineers, lawyers, the public, other departments and government agencies.
8. Other duties as assigned.