Plumbing and Gas Inspector 1

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

Job summary

A municipal government in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Plumbing and Gas Inspector 1 for regulatory and inspectional work. This role involves inspecting plumbing, sewer, and gas installations to ensure compliance with municipal standards. Candidates must have relevant qualifications, including a BC Driver’s License and certifications in plumbing and gas fitting. The position offers permanent full-time employment with a structured paycheck and potential for career growth within the Building Department.

Qualifications

• Completion of plumbing trade apprenticeship.
• Experience as a journeyman plumber and gas fitter.
• Knowledge of plumbing and gas fitting codes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new and existing plumbing, sewer, and gas installations.
• Make technical decisions regarding compliance with municipal standards.
• Prepare reports and maintain records related to inspections.

Skills

Independent judgment

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Ability to read building plans

Effective communication

Education

Grade 12 completion

Completion of plumbing trade apprenticeship

BC Driver’s License

B.C. Certificate of Qualification in Plumbing

Class B Gas Fitter Certificate

Job description

Plumbing and Gas Inspector 1

Competition No: 2025-210

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $7,319 – 7,629 – 7,946 – 8,285 – 8,647/month (2024 Rates)

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘Q’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 9/23/25

This is regulatory and inspectional work of a technical nature involving the inspection of new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing, sewer and gas installations to ensure compliance to municipal standards, codes, by‑laws, and applicable Regulations and Acts. The work involves responsibility for approving or rejecting inspected work. Incumbents of positions in this class exercise considerable independent judgment in making technical decisions and in interpreting applicable regulations to those concerned. Work performance is reviewed by a supervisor for technical adequacy, consistency and conformance with established practices. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 and completion of plumbing trade apprenticeship, plus sound experience as a journeyman plumber and gas fitter, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of plumbing, gas fitting, hydronic heating and sewer‑connection codes and standards and of the by‑laws related thereto. Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing and gas trades. Ability to understand and interpret building plans and recognize requirements relating to plumbing, gas, sewer installations and drainage installations. The successful candidate establishes and maintains effective working relationships with owners, tradesmen, contractors and others and enforces rules and ordinances with tact and diplomacy; prepare reports, write objection notices; and maintain records related to work.

A BC Driver’s License, B.C. Certificate of Qualification in Plumbing & Class B Gas Fitter Certificate are required. Those at the more junior stages of their inspector careers are encouraged to apply. A willingness to learn and grow within the Building Department is essential. The Plumbing and Gas Inspector 1 requires a Certificate of Competency as a Gas Inspector (Safety Officer), Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia Plumbing Level 1 Qualification or to be enrolled in the Level 1 Plumbing Program and obtain these qualifications within 6 months of hire date; subsequent requirements include the Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia Plumbing Level 2 Qualification or to be enrolled in the Level 2 Plumbing Program and obtain qualification within 12 months of hire date. Backflow Assembly Tester Certification is preferred.

This competition has been extended and will remain open until filled. New applications are welcome!

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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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). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present‑day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.