Plan Checker 1, 2, and Building Technologist

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization located in Burnaby is hiring for the roles of Plan Checker 1, Plan Checker 2, and Building Technologist. The successful candidates will analyze building plans for compliance with laws and regulations, ensuring public safety and adherence to codes. The positions provide substantial professional development opportunities, making it ideal for those eager to advance in their careers. Candidates should possess a diploma in Building Technology and demonstrate strong mathematical and technical skills. Salary varies based on the role and experience.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret building construction plans rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to prepare routine correspondence and reports.
• Sound knowledge of municipal bylaws and provincial building codes.

Responsibilities

• Check building plans for adherence to codes and regulations.
• Prepare routine correspondence and reports.
• Maintain records and store plans.

Skills

Knowledge of building plans

Mathematical calculations

Municipal bylaws understanding

Building code interpretation

Tactful communication

Education

Diploma in Building Technology

Job description

Plan Checker 1, 2, and Building Technologist

Competition No: 2025-349

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:45 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Last Updated: 12/8/25

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. The City of Burnaby is recruiting for a Plan Checker 1, Plan Checker 2 or Building Technologist with ample opportunity for professional development and advancement within Plan Checking. This is a great opportunity for mentorship, learning, and career growth. The work includes technical and clerical tasks such as checking building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations, and municipal bylaw requirements. General supervision is received from a supervisor who reviews work performed to ensure conformance with departmental policies and procedures. A Plan Checker 1 examines plans for proposed single and two family dwellings, constructs and issues building permits when applicable regulations are satisfied. The work progressively becomes more complex in the position of Plan Checker 2 as the range of duties, types of buildings, and degree of responsibility expands. A Plan Checker 2 examines plans for Part 9 buildings, for compliance with building code and regulations and municipal bylaws. The work in the Building Technologist role continues to increase in complexity; this role examines plans for moderate complex Part 3 buildings, coordinates the processing of permit applications, and provides assistance to junior plan checkers. A Building Technologist may also examine plans for complex constructions, alterations and additions to buildings and structures for compliance with building and fire codes, regulations and bylaws; coordinate the processing of permit applications; provide interpretation of the building code, regulations, bylaws and City planning guidelines; and support Plan Checkers as required.

Responsibilities for any of these positions include preparing routine correspondence, reports related to activities, maintaining records and storing plans. Performs related work as required.

Applicants who are at the more junior stages of their plan checking careers are encouraged to apply. All positions require knowledge of 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 deal tactfully and effectively with related contacts is essential. Ability to prepare routine correspondence and reports is required. Sound knowledge of municipal bylaws, provincial building code and regulations, building construction practices and materials is required for all positions.

Position-Specific Qualifications

• Plan Checker 1: 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. Requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 1 Qualification or enrollment in Level 1 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) with qualification obtained within 12 months. Willingness to learn and grow within the Building Department is essential. Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.
• Plan Checker 2: 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. Requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 2 Qualification or enrollment in Level 2 BOIT with qualification obtained within 18 months. Willingness to learn and grow within the Building Department is essential. Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.
• Building Technologist: 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. Requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 3 Qualification or enrollment in Level 3 BOIT with qualification obtained within 24 months. Willingness to learn and grow within the Building Department is essential. Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.

Salary

• PLAN CHECKER 1: $5,719 – $5,957 – $6,200 – $6,460 – $6,730/month (2024 rates)
• PLAN CHECKER 2: $6,200 – $6,460 – $7,011 – $7,011 – $7,319/month (2024 rates)
• BUILDING TECHNOLOGIST: $6,730 – $7,011 – $7,319 – $7,629 – $7,946/month (2024 rates)

(Class Specification and pay grade under review)

SPECIAL NOTES: Subject to the Letter of Understanding dated April 4, 2018 and March 11, 2025; otherwise, Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement.

This is a temporary full time position until December 31, 2026.

Please apply online by December 17, 2025.

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 at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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