Plan Checker , and Building Technologist

Overview

This position works in the Plan Checking organizational unit. The City of Burnaby is recruiting for a Plan Checker 1, Plan Checker 2, or Building Technologist with ample opportunity for professional development and advancement. The work includes technical and clerical tasks of 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. The role becomes more complex as a Plan Checker 2, dealing with Part 9 buildings, and further expands for a Building Technologist, who examines moderate to complex Part 3 buildings, coordinates permit processing, interprets building codes, and assists junior plan checkers.

Responsibilities for any of these positions include preparing routine correspondence, preparing reports related to activities, maintaining records and storing plans, and performing related work as required. The role may also involve reviewing plans for complex constructions, alterations, and additions, coordinating the processing of permit applications, providing interpretation of building codes, regulations, bylaws, and City planning guidelines, and assisting junior plan checkers.

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

Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a diploma in Building Technology, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Required qualifications:

• Plan Checker 1:
  Building Officials’ Association of British Columbia Level 1 Qualification or enrollment in Level 1 BOIT and qualification within 12 months.
• Plan Checker 2:
  Level 2 Qualification or enrollment in Level 2 BOIT and qualification within 18 months.
• Building Technologist:
  Level 3 Qualification or enrollment in Level 3 BOIT and qualification within 24 months.

All positions require a Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.

PLAN CHECKER 1: $5,719 – $6,730/month (2024 rates)

PLAN CHECK 2: $6,200 – $7,319/month (2024 rates)

BUILDING TECHNOLOGIST: $6,730 – $7,946/month (2024 rates)

This is a temporary full‑time position until December 31, 2026.

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.

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.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil‑Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present‑day Burnaby, for thousands of years.

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.