Plan Checker

Job Overview

Competition No:

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $6,200 – 6,460 – 6,730 – 7011 - 7319/month (2024 Rates)

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

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 9/23/25

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. This is technical and clerical work checking small commercial, industrial and residential construction building plans for adherence to the building code, regulations and municipal bylaw requirements. An incumbent examines detailed plans and specifications of proposed small commercial, industrial, and residential construction, conversions or additions for compliance with building code, regulations and municipal bylaws;

lists non-conforming items in plans and reviews with applicants; issues building permit when plans meet regulations. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised in this role within delegated areas of responsibility. The successful candidate will also answer enquiries and interpret building code, regulations and bylaws at the counter or over the telephone; assist Plan Checker 1 employees with difficult or unusual problems;

prepare routine correspondence and reports related to activities; maintain records; and store plans. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications: Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology, or equivalent combination of training and experience. Possess considerable knowledge of the building code, regulations and municipal bylaws; standard practices and materials used in building construction; preparation and use of plans and specifications related to building construction; some knowledge of bylaws related to electrical, plumbing, gas, licensing, health, signs and fire regulation.

Ability to interpret plans and specifications quickly and accurately; perform mathematical calculations; deal effectively with contractors, architects, engineers, civic officials and the general public; supervise reporting staff; prepare routine correspondence and reports. Level 2 Qualification with the Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia or to be enrolled into Level 2 Building Official-in-Training (BOIT
2) and obtain the qualification within 18 months, registration as a Building Official and a Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia are required.

Temporary full time position until March 9, 2026. 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 will 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.

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We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

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