City of Winnipeg Looking for Commercial Building Inspector at Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Full Time

Commercial Building Inspector

Department: Planning, Property and Development Department

Designated Work Location (DWL): 4 th Floor – 65 Garry Street – Hybrid with DWL

Position Type: Temporary, Full-time

Salary: $2,526.09 – $3,067.52 bi-weekly

Posting No: 124033

Closing Date: December 15, 2023

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general supervision of the Chief Building Inspector, the Commercial Building Inspector performs skilled inspectional work enforcing compliance with the Winnipeg Building By-law and Manitoba Building Code, and is responsible for inspecting designated buildings with regards to Occupancy Permits. This position is also responsible for identifying deficiencies and reviewing proposals for correction of defects including alternative design proposals, initiating enforcement of violations and responding to complaints.

The Commercial Building Inspector is the subject matter expert with excellent communication skills that works with a variety of stakeholders, continually striving to ensure life safety as the authority having jurisdiction.

As The Commercial Building Inspector , You Will

• Perform skilled inspectional work, attend and lead meetings enforcing compliance with the Winnipeg Building By-law, Manitoba Building Code and referenced standards related to the construction, alteration, occupancy and life safety tests of buildings.
• Review various Plans and submissions to determine appropriate assemblies, construction methods and materials as it may relate to Code compliance.
• Be responsible for identifying and ensuring steps are taken for correction of code, by-law, and referenced standard deficiencies.
• Be responsible for enforcement of violations in conformance with Charter and legal requirements.
• Inspect designated buildings with regard to Occupancy Permits.
• Respond to 311 complaints, the general public, other Branches, Departments, other outside agencies, or based on the Inspector’s own inspection, and take appropriate action on work conducted without the necessary required permits.
• Respond to fire reports sent by the Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Department (WFPD).
• Perform other duties as assigned that fall within the classification.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Minimum five (5) years of appropriate experience and demonstrated competence in building construction (focused on the commercial building component) working as:
• A Building Construction Supervisor of commercial building construction projects,
• A Certified Journeyman Carpenter with a good cross-section of experience in various phases of commercial building construction, or,
• A Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist, who has completed courses related to the design and construction of commercial buildings.
• Experience dealing with difficult customers using conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of local jurisdictional By-Laws and the National Building Code of Canada, and the ability to interpret and convey this information to others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, architects, and all levels of staff.
• Ability to prepare concise and accurate reports and correspondence.
• Ability to plan and organize work effectively.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, expedite and resolve issues.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks .
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Winnipeg Police Service Level 2 Security Clearance or other relevant security clearance in order to perform the duties in restricted areas.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City Transportation Policy.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of this position including crouching, crawling, working in confined spaces, climbing ladders, and working in extreme temperatures.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume AND/OR Application Form (Required).
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ’s or contact 311.

Hours of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Employee Group: CUPE

Position Reports To: Commercial Inspections Supervisor

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.