Building Inspector III

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents.

The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents.

In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City.

The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their applications.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and driven individual to assume the rewarding position of Building Inspector III with the Planning and Development Department.

Under the direction of the Manager, Lands and Building Services the Building Inspector Class III, is required to complete complex plans review, inspection and regulatory work.

Responsibilities include guiding and assisting the activities of a group of technical inspectors engaged in inspecting all types of buildings during construction, deconstruction, renovation, change of occupancy, alteration and enforcement of various municipal By-laws, codes and regulations.

The incumbent assists the Manager in directing the activities of the Building Inspections within the Division by reviewing daily work assignments, coordinates work schedules, and performs periodic check inspections to ensure that assignments are carried out in accordance with departmental standards and procedures.

Inspects commercial, industrial, institutional residential projects during construction, alteration, change of use, or repair to ensure conformity with approved plans and compliance with applicable sections of By-laws, Acts, codes, standards and regulations.

Conducts inspections of problematic or difficult permits and assists other inspectors with complex inspections and problems and with matters relating to enforcement and interpretation of By-laws and codes.

Qualifications for the position include a Post-secondary education in a professional discipline pertinent to the role such as Architectural, Mechanical and / or Engineering combined with Level III Certification from the Building Officials Association of any province with five or more years' experience.

Or completion of a recognized trade apprenticeship or graduation from an institute of technology with a diploma or degree in a relevant field with a Level III certification from the Building Officials Association of any province with six or more years' experience.

The work requires considerable knowledge of building construction materials and methods, stages of construction, plumbing, heating and ventilation codes, and regulations and techniques regarding energy-efficient building practices.

Also required would be the ability to handle a complex and varied workload, the ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically complex technical information, strong computer skills including using a variety of related software, and a valid Class 5 drivers' license.

The salary range is $108,616 - $127784 with an additional $5,400 annually for Housing and Vacation Travel Allowances and a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan and relocation assistance.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at : to submit your resume.