Job Title: Regular Full-Time Building Inspector Posting Number: 003508
Department: Development Services Department Branch: Building Services
Location: City Hall
Posting Start Date: 2022/01/20 Posting End Date: 2022/02/01 by 4:30pm
Employment Group: CUPE 251 Salary Grade: 10, $39.73 - $44.14 Standard Weekly Hours of Work: 40.00 Shift Work Required: No
Job Description
Reporting to the Manager, Building Inspection Services, this position inspects and authorizes each stage of construction as it relates to issued building permits for the erection, alteration, renovation, extension, installation, and repair of small and large buildings. The City of Oshawa strives to provide an environment that cultivates and supports the following core values: Authenticity, Courage, and Trust (ACT).
Key responsibilities include:
Inspecting stages of construction under the 10 Inspection Programs to determine whether to authorize or deny occupancy;
Ensuring all construction legally complies with the 10 Inspection Programs, including all other applicable law (City policies & procedures, other regulations, by-laws, acts, etc.) and the City’s reputation, legal and financial interests are protected;
Investigating Complaints and Damaged Buildings relating to the 10 Inspection Programs are conducted to ensure that Complaints & inquiries are reviewed, investigated and addressed;
Training/Educating the public, applicants, professionals, etc., regarding the 10 Inspection Programs;
Preparing Building Code Commission (BCC), Building Materials Evaluation Commission (BMEC) & Court to ensure that Chief Building Official’s position is accurately communicated.
Demonstrated knowledge and skill of generally accepted structural or architectural science practices and procedures normally associated with completion of civil engineering or architectural science technology program (3 years) from a recognized Community College, plus three (3) years of relevant experience in building inspection or design; or have the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, and BCIN qualification in Small Buildings;
Successful completion of Ontario Building Code courses, Parts 3, 9 and 11. Hold the designation of Certified Building Code Official (C.B.C.O.) of the Ontario Building Officials Association (O.B.O.A.), or must be willing to obtain;
Knowledge of current building construction methods and techniques, the provisions of the Ontario Building Code and various related technical standards dealing with building construction;
Knowledge of various soil types and their relevant properties;
Excellent interpersonal skills;
Ability to communicate courteously, effectively and with tact, both orally and in writing;
Good organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work on own initiative.
Physically fit with ability to climb and walk over rough ground;
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Established PC skills and experience in using relevant software applications (MS Office Suite);
Possession and maintenance of a valid, unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License, minimum Class “G”.
Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.
Please apply online through our careers page at https://oshawa.jobs.net/en-CA/search
We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.
City of Oshawa employees need to apply through the intranet (iConnect) in order to be considered as an internal candidate. All applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.
All City of Oshawa employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment; proof of vaccination status will be requested upon hire. The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact us at humanresources@oshawa.ca or 905-436-5666. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Salary Grade: 10, $39.73 - $44.14
