District Plumbing & Gas Inspector

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation), Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace. Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Performs technical work of a regulatory, inspectional and enforcement nature to ensure all plumbing, gas, sprinkler, drainage and sewer installations comply with related codes, by‑laws, regulations and standards including the Vancouver Building By‑Law, Gas Act and Regulations, NFPA and the Sewer and Watercourse Bylaws.

This position:

• Reviews infractions with owners/contractors/installers, notifies and discusses the corrections that are required.
• Conducts re‑inspections and follow‑ups on outstanding work and/or violations.
• Maintains accurate inspection records and prepares concise inspection reports.
• Examines and interprets plans and specifications to ensure compliance with requirements of plumbing, sprinkler, sewer, drainage and gas installations and systems.
• Duty will mainly focus on field inspections, plan review, entering information into a computerized tracking & retrieval system.
• Liaises with other District Inspectors, City Sewer crews and interprets City infrastructures.
• Works as part of a coordinated enforcement team for various programs.

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 12, preferably supplemented by technical courses; completion of the Plumbing Apprenticeship and extensive experience as a journeyman.
• Registered as a Journeyman Plumber with the Province of BC supplemented with a Cross Connection Certificate.
• Extensive experience as a foreman, superintendent or contractor, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed Part 3 and Part 9 of the Building by‑law.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Class B‑Gas Fitters License and Certificate of Qualification as a Gas Safety Officer or be eligible for a Certificate of Qualification as a Gas Safety Officer.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing and ability to prepare reports; and the ability to work independently in the field and to make on‑site evaluations and decisions.
• Certification for Registration from the BC Gas Safety Authority branch and some experience and/or technical courses in sprinkler installations would be an asset.
• Local area travel is a requirement of this position.

• Certificate of Qualification in Plumbing for the Province of British Columbia.
• Class B Gas Fitters License for the Province of British Columbia.
• Certificate of Competency as a Gas Inspector.
• Cross Connection Control Specialists Certificate.

A current and valid BC Driver’s License is a requirement of this position. The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of the Department.

Completion of the Gas Safety Officer exam within the first six months of employment will be a condition for continued employment.

A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position; a clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program.…