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building inspector

Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Building Official I or II

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Employer details District of Summerland

Job details

District of SummerlandBuilding Official I or IISummerland is an idyllic small town located in the heart of the Okanagan Valley with a population of approximately 12,500 residents. Our easy access to beautiful beaches, scenic biking and hiking trails, mountains and vineyards, and our warm community spirit help make Summerland a desirable place to work and enjoy life! Summerland is currently seeking a qualified Building Official I or II to join the Inspection team. Reporting to the Director of Development Services, the Building Official will be required to perform a full range of building and plumbing inspection services including plan review and field inspections for compliance with applicable codes and relevant regulations. As the primary liaison with stakeholders in the building process the official provides guidance and takes action as necessary to ensure all deficiencies and/or infractions are corrected.The successful candidate will possess the required certification from the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC) and the Plumbing Officials Association of BC (POABC) and have the ability to pass and maintain a Police Information Check and hold a valid Class 5 Driver?s License.Building Official ILevel 1 BOABC Certification, a minimum Level 1 POABC Certification, and have pertinent experience in the construction industry. Building Official IIMinimum Level 2 BOABC Certification, minimum Level 1 POABC certification and five years inspection experience. The District of Summerland is currently able to offer the successful candidate the option of either a 4-day compressed or 5-day, 35 or 40 hour work week. Summerland?s Municipal Hall regular office hours are open to the public from 8:15 am to 5:00 pm, Tuesday to Friday. Please visit our website for complete job descriptions including all required skills, knowledge and qualifications for each level. This is a full-time CUPE position and offers hourly rates of $44.74 for Level I and $49.26 for Level II as well as a competitive benefits package and Municipal Pension. Interest applicants please email a resume and cover letter in pdf format, quoting Competition No. 25-18, by May 26, 2025, to hr@summerland.ca.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.