PCBT; Plan Checker , Building Technologist

Overview

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. The City of Burnaby is recruiting for vacancies for Plan Checker 1, Plan Checker 2 and Building Technologist with opportunities for professional development and advancement within Plan Checking. The work includes technical and clerical tasks checking building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations and municipal bylaw requirements. General supervision is received from a supervisor who reviews work to ensure conformance with departmental policies and procedures.

• A Plan Checker 1 examines plans for proposed single and two-family dwellings and issues building permits when applicable regulations are satisfied.
• A Plan Checker 2 examines plans for Part 9 buildings for compliance with building code, regulations and municipal bylaws.
• A Building Technologist examines plans for moderately complex Part 3 buildings; coordinates the processing of permit applications; and provides assistance to junior plan checkers as required. May also examine plans for complex constructions, alterations and additions to buildings and structures for compliance with building and fire codes, regulations and bylaws; coordinates the processing of permit applications; provides interpretation of the building code, regulations, bylaws and City planning guidelines;
  
  and provides assistance to Plan Checkers as required.
• Responsibilities for all positions include preparing routine correspondence, reports related to activities, maintaining records and storing plans; performing related work as required.

• 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.
• All positions require knowledge of the preparation and use of building plans and specifications; the ability to interpret building construction plans rapidly and accurately; the ability to perform mathematical calculations; and the ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions and to deal tactfully with related contacts.
• Sound knowledge of municipal bylaws, provincial building code and regulations, building construction practices and materials is required for all positions.
• Plan Checker 1 requires a Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 1 Qualification or enrollment in Level 1 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and qualification within 12 months.
• Plan Checker 2 requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 2 Qualification or enrollment in Level 2 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and qualification within 18 months.
• Building Technologist requires Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia, Level 3 Qualification or enrollment in Level 3 Building Official-in-Training Program (BOIT) and qualification within 24 months.
• All positions require a Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.

• Pay Rate:
  Plan Checker 1: $40.26 + 12% in lieu of benefits
• Pay Rate:
  Plan Checker 2: $43.65 + 12% in lieu of benefits
• Pay Rate:
  Building Technologist: $47.37 + 12% in lieu of benefits
• Location:
  
  City Hall
• Hours of Work:
  This is an auxiliary position; hours and shifts are based on operational requirements and do not provide guaranteed hours of work, which may include on-call shifts. Typical shifts are Mondays to Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

• The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome.
• Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets may be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at  if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
• We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and Kwikwetlem Nations. We are grateful to be on this territory and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our community.