Careers
BC Local Government Job Posting Service
City of Kamloops
Plumbing Official I or II
(Permanent, Full-Time) - 1311
Close Date
Open Until Filled
At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!
Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.
Position Overview
An exciting opportunity exists to join the City of Kamloops’ Building and Engineering team in a Permanent, Full-Time Plumbing Official I or II position! If you want to be part of a culture of empowerment and you embrace respect, accountability, collaboration, integrity and competency then working in the Development, Engineering and Sustainability Department may be a great fit for you!
The Plumbing Official II involves safeguarding public health; policing areas for non-permitted construction; providing technical advice and guidance to many internal and external partners; responding to general public inquiries; dealing with problems and suggesting corrections and/or work improvements; preparing reports; performing general office duties; and assisting other inspectors. If this sounds like a career that interests you, apply today! Our preference is to hire an Plumbing Official II, however, we may hire an Plumbing Official I if there are no qualified candidates. Please see the qualifications below and attached job description for more information on both positions.
The successful candidate for a Plumbing Official II ($44.36) must have the following qualifications:
- Valid BC Trades Qualification in Plumbing.
- Must have passed the Plumbing Officials’ Association of BC Level II examination.
- Minimum 1 year previous experience in a municipal or provincial setting or field experience directly related to enforcement of bylaws, regulations, and acts.
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
The successful candidate for a Plumbing Official I ($38.68) must have the following qualifications:
- Valid BC Trades Qualification in Plumbing.
- Must have passed the Plumbing Officials’ Association of BC Level I examination.
- Minimum three months’ previous experience in a municipal or provincial setting or field experience directly related to enforcement of bylaws, regulations, and acts.
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position. Please note that this position is open until filled.
Hourly Rate
$38.68 or $44.36
Hours & Days of Work
Monday – Friday:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (year-round)
Hours per Week
40
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [email protected] or in person at 6- 510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Rate: $38.68 to $44.36 Hour
