Job Description

Internal & External JOB OPPORTUNITY


BUILDING INSPECTOR - PLANS EXAMINER (2 positions)

Working for City of Thorold By joining the City of Thorold team, you will be choosing to become part of the fastest
growing municipality in the beautiful Niagara region. Working with us means a great pension, superb benefits package and a supportive and
collaborative team environment. We invest in our people and prioritize creating
opportunities for our employees to learn and grow in their roles. We are proudly home to Canada Games Park, an internationally recognized and
certified athletics and wellness facility. Our 300+ acres of parks and trails, two
community centers, two arenas and outdoor pool are what makes Thorold the ideal
place to build your career. Primary Function

Under the direction of the Manager of Building Services, this unionized position reviews
all building permit applications, approves plans and inspects all buildings to ensure
compliance with all applicable legislation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Examine permit applications and ensure they are complete and to ensure
compliance with Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, Zoning and By-laws  Examine and approve plans and specifications for all buildings, alterations,
additions and demolitions  Ensure permit issuance timelines are met as set out by the Ministry of Municipal
Affairs and Housing  Inspect all buildings (residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, agricultural)
are in compliance with Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, Zoning, By-
laws and complete Inspection Reports  Investigate complaints in regard to By-laws, Property Standards, Zoning,
Building Code Act, and Ontario Building Code  Issue orders as authorized by the Building Code Act, Property Standards,
Zoning and By-laws  Enforce all By-laws, as necessary  Prepare and submit all necessary reports with respect to inspections and By-laws  Consults and assists the General Public, Designers, Engineers, Architects and
Contractors with all inquiries through front counter, email, fax, telephone  Attend all legal/court proceedings as necessary  Inspect all Group Homes, Bed & Breakfast establishments and Liquor Licensing

Education/Experience

Minimum of three (3) year College Diploma in Construction Engineering or a related field  Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in Building Inspections, and in Plans Examination  Must be familiar with By-law Enforcement processes and procedures  Candidates must be qualified and registered in the following categories: General Legal/Process, Small Buildings, Plumbing All Buildings, Large Buildings, Building Services, Structural and Complex  Excellent organization and communication skills  Proven ability to be a team player  CBCO Designation would be an asset  Experience operating a Windows based network computer, utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of programs (including Access), and other comparable computer software programs

Conditions of Employment

Required to work under the direction of the Manager of Building Services with considerable independence of action. Required to work in an office environment and carry out onsite Field Inspections. Valid driver's license and use of reliable personal vehicle. Overtime may be required.

The above statement reflects the principal functions and duties as required for proper
evaluation of the job. Other related duties can only be considered part of the job if they
directly relate to the primary function contained herein.



Job Location: City Hall
3540 Schmon Parkway, Thorold

Job Rate: $45.25- $45.97 (rate includes a $9.42 per hour premium)

Job Type: Unionized

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday (inclusive)
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (35hr/wk)

Start Date: Immediately

Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume and cover letter to the
Manager of Human Resources, via hr@thorold.ca, this posting will remain active until
the positions are filled. Please indicate the position you are applying to in the email
subject line. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted,
internal applications who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered
before external applicants.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human rights
code, the City will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment,
selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or
assessment process, please inform staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes.