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About the Role
Examines drawings, plans, specifications, and design data for buildings and structures. Inspects buildings during construction to ensure compliance with applicable Acts, Codes, and laws, including the Ontario Building Code and related standards. Acts as a Property Standards Officer, conducting inspections and issuing orders where necessary.
Responsibilities
- Examine drawings, plans, specifications, and design data for all buildings and structures to ensure compliance with the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code, municipal by-laws, and other applicable laws.
- Inspect construction at various stages to ensure compliance with certified drawings, plans, and specifications, and conformance with the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code, and municipal by-laws.
- Conduct property inspections under the Property Standards By-law and Vital Services By-law, issue orders, and recommend legal action.
- Evaluate "alternate solutions" under the objective-based provisions of the Building Code.
- Perform duties in accordance with the code of conduct as per section 7 of the Building Code Act.
- Inspect buildings and issue Building Code orders for contraventions, ensuring corrections satisfy the Ontario Building Code and related by-laws.
- Conduct title searches on computerized systems or at the Registry Office, Land Titles, and Sheriff’s Office.
- Approve payments to service providers under the Fees and Charges Bylaw and Development Charge Bylaw.
- Calculate fees for additional property standards inspections.
- Inspect buildings on a complaint or request basis to determine unsafe conditions.
- Inspect buildings to determine if a building permit is required or how compliance can be achieved.
- Answer enquiries regarding regulations, policies, and procedures to architects, engineers, designers, constructors, and the public.
- Coordinate and ensure other required approvals are obtained prior to permit issuance.
- Inform manager of deviations from office policies.
- Present evidence in court if required.
- Note minor construction changes on approved plans and sign off completed larger buildings.
- Update permit database (AMANDA) status information.
- Calculate and ensure applicable development charges and permit fees are applied.
- Prepare correspondence to applicants using word processing software.
- Check and adjust the estimated cost of construction according to approved schedules.
- Review building plans at the counter to ensure appropriate information is submitted for permit application processing.
- Operate a City vehicle with a valid licence if required.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Three Year Community College Architectural Technology Diploma or equivalent.
- Four years building construction/design experience with a good working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, in particular Part 3.
- Must be qualified in the categories of: Small Buildings; Complex Buildings; Building Services; Building Structural; On-Site Sewage as defined under Div C – Part 3 of the Ontario Building Code.
- Must have successfully passed the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing examination on General Legal/Process.
- Maintain qualifications as determined by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
- Valid Driver's Licence - Class G.
- Must complete a Criminal Record Check.
- May be required to obtain a valid Driver's Abstract within the Province of Ontario.
- May be required to complete a job-related test.
Skills
- Ability to examine drawings, plans, specifications, and design data.
- Ability to inspect buildings during construction.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code.
- Ability to act as a Property Standards Officer.
- Ability to evaluate "alternate solutions".
- Ability to conduct title searches.
- Ability to calculate fees.
- Ability to answer verbal and written enquiries.
- Ability to coordinate approvals.
- Ability to present evidence in court.
- Ability to update computerized databases.
- Ability to prepare correspondence using word processing software.
- Ability to check and adjust construction costs.
- Ability to review building plans.
- Ability to operate a City vehicle.
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-Time Permanent
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Four years building construction/design experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience
Education Level
- Three Year Community College Architectural Technology Diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $64,785 - $94,167
About the Company
- Service Area: Housing and Community Growth
- Division: Building