Plans Examiner - Plumbing

City of Brampton; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a detail-oriented Plans Examiner specializing in plumbing to ensure compliance with Ontario's building standards. This role involves reviewing various construction projects, collaborating with design professionals, and providing technical guidance. The successful candidate will thrive in a hybrid work environment, balancing onsite and remote responsibilities while contributing to the city's growth and development. If you're passionate about building safety and have a keen eye for detail, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-secondary education in Civil Engineering Technology.
• 4-8 years of experience in plumbing and construction plan reviews.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans for compliance with plumbing codes.
• Liaise with architects and engineers for technical assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain project tracking.

Skills

Plumbing Compliance

Construction Plans Review

Technical Documentation

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering Technology

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Plans Examiner-Plumbing

DEPARTMENT: Planning, Building & Growth Management

POSTING NUMBER: 106660

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

JOB STATUS & DURATION: Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hour workweek

LOCATION: Hybrid Model*– when working onsite, you will report to the location of FCCC

SALARY GRADE: 11

SALARY RANGE: 1ST STEP: $89,507.60 per annum

2ND STEP: $94,221.40 per annum

JOB RATE: $99,153.60 per annum

JOB TYPE: Union

POSTING DATE: May 02, 2025

CLOSING DATE: May 15, 2025

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Reports to the Supervisor, Plans & Permits, perform detailed plans review of various construction projects; including residential, commercial, institutional and industrial occupancies as well as standalone plumbing, with a focus on compliance with the plumbing and sewage system requirements of the Ontario Building Code and standards referenced therein.

• Liaise with design professionals; including architects, engineers, developers, contractors, owners and approval agencies, in the completion of plans review.
• Provide preliminary plan assessment; ensuring technical and administrative documentation meet standards and applicable law.
• Respond to requests and inquiries for technical and procedural information.
• Recommend corrective measures and alternatives for achieving compliance of plans and specifications that do not meet the applicable code requirements and standards.
• Liaise with Building Inspectors to resolve design issues with permit applications and on-site construction issues.
• Provide comment and input into the development of technical policies and procedures as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and all standards referenced therein.
• Maintain permit tracking system to ensure project status is up to date.
• Prepare technical reports as required.
• Perform technical research as required to evaluate applications.
• Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned

SELECTION CRITERIA:

EDUCATION:

• High school (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of over two (2) years and up to three (3) years in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• Over four (4) years, up to and including eight (8) years of experience related to the position duties outlined above.

REQUIRED LICENCE AND CERTIFICATION:

• Within six (6) months from date of hire, successful completion of the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Provincial qualification examinations:

• Legal Processes
• Plumbing - House

• Within 12 months from date of hire, successful completion of the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Provincial qualification examinations:

• Plumbing – All Buildings

• Building Code Identification Number filed and registered with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

OTHER SKILLS AND ASSETS:

• Plumbing Certificate of Qualification preferred.
• Successful completion of Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing provincial qualification examinations for: On-site Sewage.

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

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Interview: Ourrecruitmentprocessmaybecompletedwith video conference technology.

As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available. *Our Hybrid Model is subject to change.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the button quoting reference #106660 by May 15, 2025, and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. Should you wish to opt out of completing the survey, please select “prefer not to answer” as a response to each question. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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