Building / Plumbing Official Level 2

Department: Building
Status: Exempt Regular Full Time

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY    
The District of Invermere is seeking an experienced and customer service focused Building / Plumbing Official Level 2 to join our team. The selected candidate will be expected to review building and construction plans, issue building permits, and perform on-site building / plumbing inspections.
 
Under the general supervision of the Manager of Building & Protective Services, the successful applicant will have a thorough knowledge of the BC Building Code and Plumbing Code, general knowledge of the Community Charter and Local Government Act (BC). Primary duties include examining and reviewing building plans, construction drawings, and applicable documentation to ensure adequacy and conformance with construction codes and standards, and municipal bylaws (e.g., Building Bylaw and Zoning Bylaw). This position will also perform regulatory work including inspections of ongoing construction and property to ensure conformance with the above; and take necessary action to ensure all deficiencies and/or requirements are addressed. The work of the Building and Plumbing Official Level 2 also involves inputting, and retrieving, information through the District’s computer system/s; for example, recording permits issued and inspection details.

Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Trades Qualification in Carpentry or Plumbing or a diploma from a recognized technical institute in Building Technology and 2 years building design and construction experience. Other levels of trades could be considered. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, and one of the following:

• Level 1 Building Official – BOABC Level 1 building certification with Level 2 building official in training as well as Level 1 plumbing official in training may be considered.
• Level 2 Building Official – BOABC Level 2 building certification and Level 1 plumbing certification.
• Level 3 Building Official – BOABC Level 3 building certification and Level 2 plumbing certification (Level 1 plumbing certification with Level 2 plumbing official in training may be considered).

 
The position is based on 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, with an hourly rate range of $40.04 to $52.00 per hour based on the level of certification.
Additionally, this position includes extended health & dental benefits and enrollment in the Municipal Pension Plan.
 
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team dedicated to creating a vibrant, sustainable, complete, and livable community.

The District of Invermere is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team. If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, we invite you to apply.

Please submit your cover letter, resume, required certifications, and a current driver’s abstract for consideration by the application deadline.

How to apply:
This position will remain open until an applicant has been hired. Persons interested in applying for this position are invited to submit their resumes to:
 
District of Invermere
Attn: Kindry Luyendyk, Corporate Officer
Box 339, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0
Email: [email protected]
 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
 
https://invermere.net/operations/general/career-opportunities/
 
This opportunity may remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We appreciate all applicant’s interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
 
Invermere “An ideal place to live, work, and play.”

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