Building Inspector (Casual - On Call)

The City of Courtenay invites applications for the casual position of "Building Inspector” in the Development Services Department.  This is a union position and is subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the current collective agreement between the City and CUPE Local 556.

Reporting to the Manager of Building and Administrative Services, the Building Inspector’s responsibilities include reviewing building and plumbing permit applications; approving plans and drawings pertaining to the development, construction and renovation of building construction projects and business license applications; conducting on-site inspections of properties, new construction and renovations and, business premises; providing information and technical advice to the public and other City departments; and preparing reports and other documentation.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Grade 12 or equivalent education, supplemented by a journeyman level certification in carpentry OR diploma in civil and structural engineering technology or other relevant discipline, from a recognized educational institution.
• Current BC Building Inspectors Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate
• Current BC Plumbing Inspector Level 1 Certificate
• Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
• A member in good standing with the Building Officials Association of BC
• Current Criminal Records Clearance
• Building construction and building and plumbing inspection experience for a local government. 
• Knowledge of current BC building and plumbing codes, local government statutes, regulations and bylaws, and building construction methods, material, soils, and plumbing systems
• Knowledge of structural, civil, geotechnical, mechanical and electrical engineering pursuant to the BC Building Code
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, time management, analytical and problem solving skills
• Good office computer skills
• Ability to work well as a member of a team and independently
• Ability to check and interpret complex plans and specifications, compare with construction in progress, suggest and enforce changes or corrections required with firmness, impartiality and sound judgment.
• Able to carry out the physical demands of the job
• Sound work ethics

This is a casual on-call positions involving shifts during regular business hours. Hours of work are generally 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The hourly wage rate, based on a 35-hour workweek, will range between $ 42.51 and $43.68 depending on qualifications.

Applications should include your resume outlining how you meet the qualifications, and a covering letter marked “Application – On-call Building Inspector”. To submit your application, click on the “Apply” button below no later than August 30, 2020.

We sincerely thank all applicants; however, only those short-listed for interviews will be contacted. 

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