JOB TITLE:  Building Inspector

DEPARTMENT:  Planning, Building & Growth Management

POSTING NUMBER:  105917

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:  1

JOB STATUS & DURATION:  Full Time Permanent

HOURS OF WORK:  35 workweek

LOCATION:  Hybrid Model*– when working onsite, you will report to the location of Flower City Community Campus.

SALARY GRADE:  12

SALARY RANGE:             

1^ST STEP:      $87,960.60 per annum

2^ND STEP:      $92,601.60 per annum

JOB RATE:   $97,479.20 per annum

JOB TYPE:  Union

POSTING DATE:  April 17, 2024

CLOSING DATE:  May 1, 2024

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reporting to the Supervisor, Inspections Building this position performs building inspections to ensure construction and installations meet all referenced standards set by the Ontario Building Code as well as plans, specifications, documents and applicable laws and by-laws.
  

• Performs detailed and comprehensive inspection of buildings and/or sites to ensure that construction is in accordance with the Ontario Building Code, plans, specifications and documents.

• Identifies reports and/or tests required by professional engineers (geotechnical, structural, mechanical, fire protection) and architects, to ensure they are received at the relevant stages of construction and correctness and remedial measures are taken where reports and/or construction is deficient.

• Liaises with homeowners, contractors, trades and professional designers through the construction process to ensure that required inspections are undertaken and that any violations of the Code are corrected.

• Requests information and/or additional documentation from manufacturers and testing agencies for verification and ruling, to resolve uncertainty with new products or systems as it relates to intended performance, Building Code requirements and suitable site condition application.  

• Provides assistance to homeowners and professionals who require clarification and understanding of the purpose and intent of the Ontario Building Code as it applies to interpretation, compliance methods, and current updates.

• Liaise with plans examiners to resolve design and construction issues related to the Ontario Building Code.

• Respond to Occurrence Reports generated by public inquiry or initiated by Police and/or Fire Services reports, By-law Enforcement or internally.

• Investigate fire damage and building impact/failure accidents to determine requirement for a building permit or unsafe condition.

• Maintains accurate and comprehensive inspection and investigation records; including field notes, deficiency reports, orders and photographs.

• Issues Orders to Comply, Stop Work Orders, and Orders to Uncover, Orders Not to Cover as a result of site investigations and in accordance with the legislative process.
  

• Prepares documentation for the purposes of prosecution and testifies in court as required.
  

• Provides comment and input into the development of technical policies and procedures as required.

• Maintains current knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and all standards referenced therein and successfully complete qualification examinations and registration as required by the Province.

• Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned 

SELECTION CRITERIA:

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

• Over four years, up to and including eight year of experience in building construction or design process.

• Successful completion of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Provincial qualification examinations for: Legal Process, House, Small Buildings, Large Buildings and Building Structural, and Building Services.

• Filed and registered with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing (MMAH) i.e. BCIN (Building Code Identification Number)

• Non-probationary valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence. 

• Sound judgment; good decision making and analytical skills.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and additional related software.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

For more information, visit: https://careers-brampton.icims.com/jobs/8537/inspector%2c-building/job

Last Updated Date: 2024/Apr/23