Building Inspector (Level I, II or III) – District of Peachland
Job Description
District of Peachland
Building Inspector (Level I, II or III)
Permanent Full-Time
The District of Peachland, a vibrant and growing community of approximately 5,400 located on the shores of Okanagan Lake between Kelowna and Penticton, is currently recruiting for a Building Inspector I, II or III to join our Planning and Development Services team on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Director of Planning & Development Services, the Building Inspector conducts inspections of building to ensure compliance with the District Bylaws, the building code, and other enactments; issues permits and assists the public with building, permit and inspection matters. If you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe workplace, we invite you to apply.
The Primary Duties of the Building Inspector include:
- Administration of Building Inspection, including Building Permit issuance, ensuring construction, conversion, demolition, renovation, repairs and additions to buildings and structures comply with BC Building Code, District Bylaws and relevant legislation;
- Performs on-site inspections of buildings and structures, ventilation and solid fuel burning appliances, and plumbing installations to ensure that permits, related bylaws, codes and regulations are in compliance.
- Provides exceptional customer service including giving information, guidance and advice to the community, contractors and developers with respect to building inspection, bylaws, permits and licensing.
- Maintains a variety of manual and computerized files such as plans and records of inspections, violation tickets, maintain records of building deposits and refund of deposits.
- Prepares of reports and records, as required.
Qualifications:
- Completion of recognized trades qualification in carpentry and plumbing, or 2-year Technical Diploma related to Architecture, or Structural Engineering Technology;
- Level 1, 2 or 3 Certification with BOABC (Building Official’s Association of BC).
- Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License;
- WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) Certification preferred
- Four years related experiences or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
- Ability to communicate effectively with the community, contractors and developers regarding building inspection, permits and licensing.
A detailed job description is available at www.peachland.ca under careers.
The is a CUPE Local 608 position with a comprehensive benefits package and a rate ranging from $40.65 – $47.03 per hour.
The closing date for this position is July 7th by 4:00 p.m. Applications for available positions must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time.
Please submit resumes indicating “Building Inspector” to:
Director of Corporate Services
District of Peachland
5806 Beach Avenue
Peachland, B.C. V0H 1X7
Email: careers@peachland.ca
The District of Peachland appreciates all interested in the position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.