Plan Checker 1

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

Job summary

A municipal organization in the Metro Vancouver area is seeking a Plan Checker 1 to verify building plans for compliance with municipal bylaws and provincial building codes. The ideal candidate holds a diploma in Building Technology and possesses relevant experience. The role involves issuing permits, communication with the public, and using related software. The position requires a valid Driver's License for British Columbia.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology.
• Some experience related to construction or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of municipal bylaws and provincial building code.

Responsibilities

• Check building plans for compliance with municipal bylaws.
• Prepare and issue building permits.
• Answer inquiries about regulations and bylaws.

Skills

Interpreting building construction plans

Mathematical calculations

Communication

Use of building software applications

Education

Diploma in Building Technology

Building Officials' Association of British Columbia, Level 1 Qualification

Tools

Building codes and regulations software

Job description

Plan Checker 1

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. This is technical and clerical work checking building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations and municipal bylaw requirements.

An incumbent checks plans of proposed single and two family dwellings construction for compliance with the municipal bylaws and for compliance with the provincial building code; lists non-conforming items of submitted plans and discusses them with principals involved; prepares and issues building permits using applicable software applications; records and/or files plans submitted, applications for permits, and permits issued; answers counter and telephone enquiries concerning regulations and bylaws; provides information to Inspectors and other municipal employees concerning buildings under construction; prepares routine correspondence and reports related to activities; maintains records; stores plans. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology, some experience related to construction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of municipal bylaws and provincial building code and regulations; the standard practices and materials employed in building construction; the preparation and use of building plans and specifications. Ability to interpret building construction plans rapidly and accurately; perform mathematical calculations; understand and execute oral and written instructions and to deal tactfully and effectively with contractors, architects/engineers and the general public; prepare routine correspondence and reports; use related software applications. A Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 1 Qualification and a valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia are required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem).

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.