Careers
BC Local Government Job Posting Service
Building Official I/II/III
(Regular Full Time)
The City of White Rock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams. The City is a unique, ocean-side community of 22,000 citizens known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. The City is located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay.
The Planning & Development Services Department, Building Division, seeks individuals with outstanding work ethic and a safety-first attitude to join their team. The Building Officials are responsible for reviewing, processing, issuing building permits, and providing technical information and assistance, as it relates to fire protection, life safety systems, building structures, health of occupants and energy efficiency, and ensure compliance with building codes, acts, bylaws, standards, and regulations.
The successful candidate will be versatile and experienced with inspections, plan reviews including building, sprinkler and plumbing systems to assess and determine compliance. With exceptional attention to detail and savvy technical knowledge the role processes permit applications for building, sprinkler, plumbing permits; discusses construction, alteration, and repair requirements with a wide variety of internal and external contacts.
Qualifications
Applicants must have an Interprovincial Trades Qualification in Carpentry or Plumbing or a diploma from a recognized technical institute in Building Technology and 2 years building design and construction experience. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, and one of the following:
- Level 1 Building Official – Successful completion of the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC) Level 1 building qualification exams or successful completion of the Level 1 plumbing qualification exam.
- Level 2 Building Official – BOABC Level 2 building certification and Level 1 plumbing certification.
- Level 3 Building Official – BOABC Level 3 building certification and Level 2 plumbing qualification (Level 1 Plumbing certification with Level 2 BOIT may be considered)
A comprehensive benefit package is included. Based on a 35-hour work week, the rate of pay is based on level of certification:
Level 1 Building Official – $40.74 - $48.09 per hour Level 2 Building Official – $46.07 - $54.44 per hour Level 3 Building Official – $50.13 - $59.23per hour (2024 Rates)
The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams. This is a unionized position. In return for your valued contributions and the opportunity to work with an outstanding team. If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit your cover letter, resume, required certifications and a current driver’s abstract for consideration by the application deadline.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Submit your Application:Apply online at www.whiterockcity.ca/careers
Recruitment Reference: 2024-23
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: Experience an asset
Rate: $40.74 to $59.23 Hour
