Job Opportunity
Building Inspector, City of Kawartha Lakes
General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements
General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements
Job Title Building Inspector
Wage $32.73 - $36.00 per hour (2023)
Reports to Chief Building Official
Department Development Services
Location Building Division
Hours Normal Working Hours are 35 - 40 hours per week, possible Saturdays
Other General office environment. Some travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes may be necessary in accordance with job requirements
The City of Kawartha Lakes invites applicants to join our team as a Building Inspector!
When you come to work for the City of Kawartha Lakes, you are joining a community of municipal workers who take pride in knowing that every day they are having a positive impact in the community. Our mission is to deliver the highest standards of municipal services while creating a healthy and sustainable future for all Kawartha Lakes’ residents and businesses. We work to support our values of Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork and we want you to Jump In with us!
We are an equal opportunity employer which values equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. We foster a safe and creative work environment, where training and skill development are prioritized, with opportunities and support for career advancement. As a team member at the City of Kawartha Lakes, you may be entitled to the following: Flexible work hours, remote and hybrid working arrangements, OMERS pension (defined benefit), employer paid benefits package including short and long term disability income replacement, education reimbursement, and other programs that foster innovation, leadership, and career advancement.
Job Description
Respond to telephone and counter inquiries regarding building permits and issues from property owners, developers, contractors and designers
Inspect construction in accordance with the Building Code Act and the Ontario Building Code and carry out enforcement of the said regulation to ensure compliance
Review building applications, plans and specifications of primarily Part 9 buildings to ensure compliance with Ontario Building Code and applicable law and issues permits for same
Perform calculations to determine the value of permit fees, development charges etc.
Conduct inspections of new buildings, additions to and alterations of existing buildings for compliance with the Ontario Building Code and applicable law
Attend training courses, seminars and read technical literature as necessary to remain current in this field
Maintain accurate records of plans, plan reviews, inspections, letters and reports prepared or used in connection with building permits
Represent the City at court and tribunals to provide evidence as needed
Enter permit applications and inspection records onto computer system
Meet with the public, contractors and designers, to discuss and review their projects
Coordinate plan review and approvals with other City departments for which approval is required as a precondition for a building permit
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Complete the following form to begin the application process for this job. If you meet the criteria, a representative will contact you with further details.