Competition No: 2024-262

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $7,319 – 7,629 – 7,946 – 8,285 – 8,647/month

Schedule: 70 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:16 PM (Nine-Day Fortnight)

Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘Q’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 8/6/24

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

This is regulatory and inspectional work of a technical nature involving the inspection of new and existing residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing, sewer and gas installations to ensure compliance to municipal standards, codes, by-laws, and applicable Regulations and Acts. An incumbent of this class inspects plumbing, hydronic heating, gas, sewer and drainage installations in various stages of completion along with participating in the inspection of the fire protection water service from the property line to the main valve station. A Plumbing and Gas Inspector 1 approves or rejects work inspected and enforces changes or corrections as required; provides technical advice, assistance, interpretation and information to owners, contractors, engineers, and architects on matters related to work. Prepares reports; assists with correspondence; writes objection notices; answers counter and telephone enquiries; and maintains records related to work. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 and completion of plumbing trade apprenticeship, plus sound experience as a journeyman plumber and gas fitter, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of plumbing, gas fitting, hydronic heating and sewer-connection codes and standards and of the by-laws related thereto along with the methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing and gas trades. An incumbent will have sound knowledge of computer software applicable to the work performed; ability to understand and interpret building plans and recognize requirements relating to plumbing, gas, sewer installations and drainage installations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with owners, tradesmen, contractors and others and enforce rules and ordinances with tact and diplomacy; to prepare reports, write objection notices; maintain records; and to work with minimal supervision. A B.C. Driver’s License; B.C. Certificate of Qualification in Plumbing; Class B Gas Fitter Certificate with Electrical Endorsement; Certificate of Competency as a Gas Inspector (Safety Officer); and Cross Connection Control Administrator Certificate are required.

The closing date for this competition has been extended until all positions are filled. New applications are welcome!

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted

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