Plan Checker 2

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

Job summary

A municipal employer in Burnaby is seeking a Plan Checker 2 to review small commercial and residential building plans for compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will issue building permits, assist others with complex issues, and engage with the public regarding building codes. Required qualifications include a diploma in Building Technology and Level 2 Certification from the Building Officials’ Association of BC. This is a temporary full-time position offering a salary range of $6,200 to $7,319 monthly.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology.
• Considerable knowledge of the building code and municipal bylaws.
• Ability to supervise reporting staff and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Examine detailed plans for compliance with regulations.
• Issue building permits when plans meet standards.
• Assist others with difficult building-related problems.

Skills

Knowledge of building code

Proficiency in building construction practices

Ability to interpret plans quickly

Ability to deal effectively with contractors

Mathematical calculation skills

Education

Diploma in Building Technology

Level 2 Qualification from Building Officials’ Association

Job description

Plan Checker 2

Competition No: 2025-082

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $6,200 – 6,460 – 6,730 – 7011 - 7319/month (2024 Rates)

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

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 9/23/25

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. This is technical and clerical work checking small commercial, industrial and residential construction building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations and municipal bylaw requirements. An incumbent examines detailed plans and specifications of proposed small commercial, industrial, and residential construction, conversions or additions for compliance with building code, regulations and municipal bylaws; lists non-conforming items in plans and reviews with applicants; issues building permit when plans meet regulations. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised in this role within delegated areas of responsibility. The successful candidate will also answer enquiries and interpret building code, regulations and bylaws at the counter or over the telephone; assist Plan Checker 1 employees with difficult or unusual problems; prepare routine correspondence and reports related to activities; maintain records; and store plans. Performs related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Examine detailed plans and specifications for compliance.
• List non‑conforming items and review with applicants.
• Issue building permits when plans meet regulations.
• Answer inquiries and interpret building code, regulations and bylaws at the counter or over the telephone.
• Assist Plan Checker 1 employees with difficult or unusual problems.
• Prepare routine correspondence and reports.
• Maintain records and store plans.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the building code, regulations, and municipal bylaws.
• Proficiency with standard practices and materials used in building construction.
• Sound knowledge of preparation and use of plans and specifications related to building construction.
• Some knowledge of bylaws related to electrical, plumbing, gas, licensing, health, signs and fire regulation.
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications quickly and accurately; perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to deal effectively with contractors, architects, engineers, civic officials and the general public.
• Ability to supervise reporting staff; prepare routine correspondence and reports.
• Level 2 Qualification with the Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia or enrollment in Level 2 Building Official‑in‑Training (BOIT 2) and obtain qualification within 18 months.
• Registration as a Building Official and a Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia required.

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.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

New applications are welcome! The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled.

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