About this role
Building Official I - Plan Reviewer/InspectorCasualCompetition #26-33 Langley City is positioned in a rapidly growing area strategically located in Metro Vancouver and has a vibrant community spirit and an inspiring vision of being ?The Place to Be? now and in the future. Langley City has all the amenities of any urban centre in very close proximity: great shopping, over 346 acres of parkland, world-class educational institutions, and entertainment facilities. The City is seeking a Casual Building Official I - Plan Reviewer/Inspector to join the Development Services team. This position reviews and processes building permit applications, issues building permits, and performs site inspections, including for small-scale multi-unit housing projects, in accordance with Part 9 of the BC Building Code. The Building Official I - Plan Reviewer/Inspector also provides technical information and assistance to property owners, contractors, engineers, architects, and other municipal staff on matters related to the work. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised in the technical aspects of the work while unusual problems or policy matters are discussed with a superior. RATE OF PAY: Pay Grade 23 - $40.65 - $43.07 per hour (2024 CUPE rates). HOURS OF WORK: Up to 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Casual employees are paid 12.5% of their regular earnings in lieu of benefits and paid annual vacation. The successful candidate will have considerable knowledge of the BC Building Code, related bylaws, acts, standards, and regulations related to the building trade. Completion of a Certificate in Building Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution, plus related field and municipal experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is desired. Registration as a Building Official, BOABC Level 1 Qualification, and a valid Class 5 BC Driver?s Licence are required. Details of the position and its requirements can be found in the job description at the following link: www.langleycity.ca/careers. If you would like to join a team committed to building a vibrant, healthy, and safe community we invite you to apply by October 16, 2026. Please visit www.langleycity.ca/careers to submit your cover letter, resume, copies of required certifications, and a current Personal Driving Record that has been obtained within six months of the closing date. (Please contact ICBC or the driving authority where you reside. Select the five-year option if obtaining online.) Langley City appreciates the interest of all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.