Mechanical Building Inspector

City of Windsor•Windsor, ON

1d•CA$39 - CA$46•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Windsor is seeking a Mechanical Building Inspector to join their Inspections Department. This role is responsible for performing plumbing inspections of new and existing buildings to ensure compliance with approved plans, the Ontario Building Code, reference standards, and related municipal bylaws. The inspector will review, inspect, and approve the construction of plumbing building systems, organize workload, document inspection results, and liaise with various stakeholders including property owners, contractors, engineers, and architects. The position also involves investigating complaints, applying enforcement for contraventions, advising the Ministry of Labour of unsafe conditions, inspecting fire-damaged buildings, issuing occupancy clearances, preparing evidence for court, and responding to public inquiries. Additionally, the inspector will issue orders for code deficiencies, verify materials and methods meet standards, approve alternative designs, represent the division at meetings, mentor junior staff, travel to off-site locations, and perform occupational health and safety duties.

Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
One (1) year of post-secondary education consisting of a Province of Ontario Certificate of Qualification in the field of Plumbing, or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalencies.
Over seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience directly related to the building construction industry with experience in municipal permitting and inspection processes.
Provincial Qualifications from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) in: General Legal/Process or CBO Legal; and Plumbing House and Plumbing All Buildings OR willingness to obtain these qualifications within nine (9) months from the start date.
Current, valid, and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s License in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment. Access to a properly insured vehicle.
Significant technical experience and education in the design and installation of building, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; fire protection, occupant safety and accessibility; renovations and change of use.
Ability to read and interpret plans, construction drawings, specifications, and data sheets pertaining to plumbing and sewage systems installations for compliance with the Ontario Building Code, National Plumbing Code of Canada, CSA standards including the B64 series for backflow prevention, and any NFPA standards that relate to the plumbing systems and the Environmental Protection Act and Regulations.
Understanding of the principles of private and municipal drainage (surface and subsoil), municipal road and sewer construction. Knowledge of on-site sewage systems.
Experience in a computerized office environment and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of Products.
Comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and other related standards; including knowledge of life safety systems and egress / exiting requirements.
Knowledge and understanding of various municipal by-laws.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Knowledge and ability to apply the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations relevant to building construction.

Nice To Haves

Additional Provincial Qualifications or working towards achieving Provincial Qualifications administered by MMAH in ‘On-site Sewage’, ‘House’, ‘HVAC - House', ‘Building Services’, ‘Small Buildings’, ‘Large Buildings’, ‘Complex Buildings’, Fire Protection and/or ‘Detection, Lighting & Power’ will be considered an asset.
Backflow prevention certification through the OWWA considered an asset.
Membership with the Ontario Plumbing Inspectors Association (OPIA) will be considered an asset.
Membership with the Ontario Building Officials Association along with CBCO designation will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Inspects and monitors construction and demolition for compliance with approved plans, the Ontario Building Code, referenced standards, applicable law, and good construction practices, within ‘Plumbing-House’, ‘Plumbing-All Building’.
Responsible for the review, inspection, and approval of the construction of plumbing building systems for all buildings regulated by the Ontario Building Code, approved permit documents, and City of Windsor By-Laws.
Organizes workload and documents inspection results, including collection and attachment of photographs, documents, and drafting of reports in the computerized records management and tracking system.
Reviews consultants' field reports and reports from other external agencies for accuracy and completeness.
Liaises and provides instruction to property owners, contractors, engineers, architects, lawyers, Senior Managers, and other departments on matters related to construction activity, by-law enforcement, and Ontario Building Code Regulations.
Verifies existing site conditions on permit drawings and/or information on municipal addresses, Committee of Adjustment, and LPAT decisions.
Investigates complaints and applies enforcement regarding contraventions of statutes, regulations, and by-laws under the carriage of the CBO (e.g., Property Standards, Fence, Swimming Pool, Zoning, Vital Services).
Advises the Ministry of Labour of unsafe working conditions or sites and participates in investigations.
Inspects fire-damaged or unsafe buildings to determine the extent of damage and required repairs or replacement with respect to plumbing and sewage systems.
Inspects for partial and complete occupancy clearances.
Inspects and prepares evidence for presentation before the provincial courts. Files provincial court charges. Represents the City in civil litigation.
Responds to inquiries from the public concerning requirements of the Ontario Building Code and applicable law affecting new construction.
Issues orders in response to Ontario Building Code deficiencies.
Verifies that materials and methods of construction meet approved standards and construction practices.
Approves alternative design and equipment substitutions that vary from approved plans.
Represents the Division at various committees and meetings.
Mentors and provides technical support for less experienced staff.
Will be required to travel to off-site locations.
Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
Will perform other related duties as required.