Plan Checker , Building Technologist

Competition No:

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: See Below

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly;
Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Last Updated: 10/16/26

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. We are recruiting for a Plan Checker 1, Plan Checker 2 or Building Technologist for this role. This is technical and clerical work checking building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations and municipal bylaw requirements. An incumbent checks plans of proposed single and two family dwellings or more complex types of construction for compliance with the municipal bylaws and for compliance with the provincial building code;

lists non-conforming items of submitted plans and discusses them with principals involved; prepares and issues building permits using applicable software applications; records and/or files plans submitted, applications for permits, and permits issued; answers counter and telephone enquiries concerning regulations and bylaws; provides information to Inspectors and other municipal employees concerning buildings under construction; prepares routine correspondence and reports related to activities;

maintains records; stores plans. A Building Technologist may also examine plans for more complex constructions, alterations and additions to buildings and structures for compliance with building and fire codes, regulations and bylaws; may coordinate the processing of permit applications and provide assistance to junior plan checkers in the interpretation of the building code, regulations, bylaws and City planning guidelines. Performs related work as required.

All positions require knowledge of the preparation and use of building plans and specifications. Ability to interpret building construction plans rapidly and accurately. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions and to deal tactfully and effectively with related contacts. Ability to prepare routine correspondence and reports. Sound knowledge of municipal bylaws, provincial building code and regulations, building construction practices and materials is required for all positions.

Qualifications for all positions include Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology, some experience related to construction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A willingness to learn and grow within the Building Department is essential. Plan Checker 1 requires a Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 1 Qualification or to be enrolled into Level 1 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and obtain qualification within 12 months.

Plan Checker 2 requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 2 Qualification or to be enrolled into Level 2 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and obtain qualification within 18 months. Building Technologist requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 3 Qualification or to be enrolled into Level 3 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and obtain qualification within 24 months. All positions require a Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.

Plan Checker 1: $40.26 - 41.93 - 43.65 - 45.48 - 47.37/hour

Plan Checker 2: $43.65 - 45.48 - 47.37 - 49.35 - 51.51/hour

Building Technologist: $47.37 - 49.35 - 51.51 - 53.70 - 55.93/hour

Special Notes: Subject to the Letter of Understanding dated April 4, 2018 and March 11, 2025; otherwise, Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement.

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