Building Inspector

City of Burlington

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Building Inspections, the Building Inspector is responsible for inspecting construction at selected stages to ensure conformity with approved drawings, specifications, building codes, building permit by-law and other relevant legislation or policies, and ensuring that unauthorized construction is not taking place and applicable legislation is not being contravened.

Requirements

You have a degree or diploma in Architectural, Civic Engineering, or Construction (or equivalent) and a minimum of three (3) years experience in conducting municipal building inspections on Part 9 and Part 3 buildings or five (5) years of relevant experience with an in-depth knowledge of the Ontario Building Code.
You also hold provincial qualifications as set out in the 2024 Ontario Building Code.
For this position, you hold Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing qualifications in General Legal/Process or CBO Legal, along with a minimum of five (5) of the following to start and the remaining qualifications within 2 years: House Plumbing House HVAC House On-site Sewage Systems Small Buildings Large Buildings Complex Buildings Building Structural Building Services Plumbing – All Buildings Detection, Lighting and Power
Your in-depth knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, ASHRAE, CSA and NFPA standards is complimented by excellent written and verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.
You have a strong attention to detail and can prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment efficiently.
You are comfortable working independently as part of a larger team.
A valid Class G driver’s license is required with an acceptable driver’s abstract with no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years prior to the date of hire, and/or no administrative driver license (ADLS) suspensions.
This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check at their own expense.

Nice To Haves

Certified Building Code Official (CBCO) designation is preferred.
Certification and/or eligibility for certification in PEO, OACETT or OBOA is also preferred.
Proficiency with AMANDA is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Inspecting construction in all types of buildings to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Building Code Act and approved drawings, relevant legislations, standards and policies.
Policing and enforcing Ontario Building Code, writing and issuance of applicable Orders as prescribed in the BCA including Orders to Comply, Stop Work Orders and other Orders as deemed necessary, including follow-up responsibilities.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of inspections and evidence.
Preparation of evidence and prosecution briefs and attending court to provide testimony on escalated enforcement matters working alongside the City’s Legal department.
Problem solving 'on site' to provide equivalent solutions to achieve compliance to the applied design specifications.