Building Officials (various levels)
Job Description
Building Officials are responsible for the review, approval, and processing of building and plumbing applications, including inspections, calculating permit fees, and coordinating inter-departmental or external agency review of Building Permits, as appropriate. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager of Planning, Development & Sustainability, the Building Officials review and issue building, sign, and plumbing permits in compliance with applicable regulations such as the City’s Zoning Bylaw, Servicing Bylaws, BC Energy Step Code, BC Building Code, and WorkSafeBC for buildings appropriate to their level of certification. The City is committed to ongoing professional development, mentorship and growth opportunities to support excellence in Building Inspection services. Qualifications We are seeking a Level 3/RBO as well as a Level 1 or Level 2 BOABC qualified Building Official, both with demonstrated building inspection experience, a Diploma in Building or Civil Technology or equivalent, and sound knowledge of residential and commercial construction methods, including BC Building and Plumbing Codes. Building Official rates of pay are commensurate with the level of BOABC qualification: Level 1 at $44.89, Level 2 at $50.39 and Level 3/RBO at $55.89 per hour (September 1, 2025 Rate) for the successful applicant who meets the qualification requirements, plus a comprehensive benefits package, in accordance with a Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 2262. Please visit our website at castlegar.ca for a full job description and information about our community. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume via email by 9 AM on September 29, 2025, to hr@castlegar.ca with the subject line Building Official Positions.
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