Position Information
Department
Building Approvals
Division
Planning & Development
Job ID
2023-0085
Building Inspector 2 (Repost)
The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada, a goal that is only made possible by developing our most valuable asset – our people. This is a great opportunity to join our team and shape our community. The City of Richmond offers competitive pay programs, comprehensive benefits and attractive incentives. If you are looking to make a difference, and to share our vision “to be the most appealing, livable, and well-managed community in Canada”, then please apply.
Overview
This is technical inspection and regulatory work at the supervisory level in directing the work of other building inspectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical supervision to Building Inspector 1’s in new construction, alterations and additions of all types of construction.
- Assist the Supervisor in assigning work and coordinating resources.
- Participate in selection, performance evaluation and training of building inspection staff.
- Review business licences and inspections, and help ensure consistency in inspections and code application with Building Inspectors.
- Review large complex projects including attending meetings and providing reports, interpretations and recommendations to senior staff and other government agencies to ensure a high level of customer service on a one-to-one basis.
- Inspect commercial, industrial and residential buildings for compliance with applicable codes, regulations, standards and bylaws, and assist/support building inspection staff on same.
- Process the more controversial and difficult problems and matters for the building inspectional unit.
- Exercise considerable independence of judgement and action in making decisions and in solving problems.
- Work performance is reviewed by a superior in terms of effectiveness of the unit operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent communication, customer service skills, and coaching and problem solving skills.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in commercial, industrial and residential building construction, alteration or repair.
- Thorough knowledge of codes, regulations, standards and bylaws related to all types of building construction.
- Ability to plan, assign, check and supervise the work of Building Inspector 1 staff, as well as train new Building Inspector 1 staff.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints, recognize technical requirements and suggest changes and corrections as required.
- Ability to deal effectively with engineers, architects, building contractors and others, and enforce all codes, regulations, standards and bylaws tactfully and firmly with sound judgement.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and to prepare and present evidence in Court.
- Ability to perform all duties under minimal technical supervision.
- Ability to perform general office computer skills, including REDMS.
- Ability to successfully pass a Police Information Check.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Completion of Grade 12, plus graduation from a technical institute in Building Technology OR completion of a recognized apprenticeship in carpentry, considerable related journeyman experience plus experience as a Building Inspector 1, OR an equivalent combination of over 5 years and up to and including 8 years training and experience.
- Certification of BOABC Level 3 or eligibility for certification by the Building Officials' Association of British Columbia.
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia.
Additional Information:
| Employee Group: | CUPE Local 718 |
| Position Status: | Regular Full-Time |
| Duration of Appointment: | . |
| Salary Range: | $45.27 - $53.45 |
| Hours of Work: | Monday to Friday, 8:15 am - 5:00 pm (compressed work week) |
| Application Posted: | 9/20/23 |
| External Closing Date: | |
| PCC#: | 151 |
| Openings: | 1 |
