Technician, Building Services (Contract)
City : Mississauga, ON, CA
Category : Planning
Industry : Government/Public Services
Employer : City of Mississauga
Req ID: 25192
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 11/29/2024
Job Summary
*1+ year contract*
The Building Services Technician will form part of the Building and Business Services team dedicated to coordinating, processing and reviewing building permit applications and approvals in accordance with applicable legislation and established service levels. The successful candidate will leverage their technical knowledge and exceptional customer service skills to assist applicants in navigating the building approvals process to ensure effective, efficient and transparent processing of building applications and approvals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Building Services, the successful candidate will perform the following duties:
- Review application submissions to determine application acceptability in accordance with the Ontario Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code and the City of Mississauga Building and Zoning by-laws as required in the processing and issuance of building permits
- Utilizing our electronic plans submission application software (ePlans), review submitted application, drawings and associated documentation to determine application completeness and ensure all necessary information has been obtained to ensure an efficient approvals process
- Act as the application review coordinator in accepting and processing building permit, sign permit, and certificate of occupancy applications in accordance with established operating procedures and protocols
- Issue applications in accordance with established procedures and ensure all approvals, documentation, approvals and fees have been obtained prior to permit issuance
- Work cooperatively and effectively with others within the business unit, other sections and across departments in facilitating permit application acceptance and issuance. Engage with plans examiners and other internal stakeholders to help resolve outstanding application conditions and other related issues
- Review and assess application submissions to determine applicable fees in accordance with the City of Mississauga Building by-law
- Provide customers with general information related to the Ontario Building Code, City of Mississauga Zoning by-law and other applicable legislation.
- Conduct research and analysis on building approvals projects and provide project progress updates as requested
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications
- Certified Architectural/Civil Engineering Technologist or a post-secondary degree/diploma in a related discipline with minimum 5 years’ experience in the building design or construction field
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a regulatory environment preferably in Building Code enforcement or direct experience in the building design or construction process
- Qualifies and maintains qualifications of an Inspector as referenced in Division C Section 3.1.4 of the Ontario Building Code in the following related categories: General Legal Process and House; and within 12 months from date of hire, successful completion of Small Building
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural, structural and mechanical drawings and associated specifications to determine application completeness and compliance with applicable building legislation and requirements
- Must have a working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code and other applicable regulations related to the application and administration of building permit applications
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively deal with the general public, contractors, developers, staff and others stakeholders within the building approvals process. The ability to effectively communicate technical information to a non-technical audience
- Strong computer literacy required with experience using MS Office, Adobe Acrobat; experience with Mississauga Approvals Express (MAX), EDMS, electronic plans submission (ePlans) or other permitting software will be considered an asset
- Familiar with applicable law, including but not limited to; City of Mississauga Zoning by-law, Building By-law,
- Demonstrated experience in developing all forms of communication and strong facilitation skills are required
Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 67,068.00 - $ 89,424.00
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/Building Division , Building & Business Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
