Overview
Mechanical Building Inspector Jobs in Windsor, Ontario at City of Windsor
Title: Mechanical Building Inspector
Company: City of Windsor
Location: Windsor, Ontario
JOB POSTING #:2024-0151
POSTING PERIOD:Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 8:30 AM Monday, April 15, 2024 at 4:30 PM
DEPARTMENT:Building Services
UNION:C.U.P.E.Local 543
JOB CODE:543562
POSITION STATUS:Regular Full-Time
GRADE/CLASS:0.18
# OF POSITIONS:1
RATE OF PAY:$36.23 – $42.60 per hour
SHIFT WORK REQ’D:No
DUTIES:Reporting to the Manager of Inspections, this position will be responsible for the performance of Plumbing/H.V.A.C. inspection of both new and existing buildings to ensure compliance with the approved plans, the Ontario Building Code and reference standards and related municipal bylaws. Duties include:
Inspects and monitors construction and demolition for compliance with the approved plans, the Ontario Building Code, referenced standards applicable law and good construction practices, within ‘Plumbing-House & Plumbing All Buildings’, ‘HVAC House’, ‘Building Services’;
Responsible for the review, inspection and approval of the construction of plumbing and/or mechanical building systems for all buildings regulated by the Ontario Building Code, approved permit documents, and City of Windsor By-Laws;
Inspect and verify the installation and testing of fire suppression systems and the HVAC portion of life safety systems;
Organizes workload and documents inspection results, including collection and attachment of photographs, documents and concise, complete and accurate drafting of reports in the computerized records management and tracking system; reviews consultants field reports and reports from other external agencies for accuracy and completeness;
Liases and provides instruction to property owners, contractors, engineers, architects, lawyers, Senior Managers, and other departments on other matters related to construction activity, by-law enforcement and the Ontario Building Code Regulations;
Verifies existing site conditions on permit drawings and/or information on municipal addresses, Committee of Adjustment and LPAT decisions;
Investigates complaints and applies enforcement regarding contraventions of statutes, regulations and bylaws under the carriage of the CBO i.e. Property Standards, Fence, Swimming Pool, Zoning, Vital Services, etc.;
Advises Ministry of Labour of unsafe working conditions or sites and participates in investigations;
Inspect fire-damaged or unsafe buildings to determine the extent of damage and required repairs or replacement with respect to HVAC, plumbing and sewage systems;
Inspects for partial and complete occupancy clearances;
Inspects and prepares evidence for presentation before the provincial courts. Files provincial court charges. Represents the City in civil litigation;
Responds to enquiries from the public concerning requirements of the Ontario Building Code and applicable law affecting new construction;
Issues orders in response to Ontario Building Code deficiencies;
Verifies that materials and methods of construction meet approved standards and construction practices;
Approves alternative design and equipment substitutions that vary from approved plans;
Represents the Division at various committees and meetings;
Mentors and provides technical support for less experienced staff
Will be required to travel to off-site locations. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or …
