Job Description

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\xe2\x80\x99s 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.

• 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.

• 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\xe2\x80\x99s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver\xe2\x80\x99s 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.