Building Official I/II/III

The City of White Rock

Building Official I/II/III 

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time 
Pay Grade: Level 1 Building Official – $43.65 - $51.51 per hour 
Level 2 Building Official – $49.35 - $58.32 per hour 
Level 3 Building Official – $53.70 - $63.45 per hour 
(2026 Rates) 
Hours of Work: 0830-1630 
Competition Number: 2026-48 
Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

The City of White Rock - where every wave of talent helps shape our City by the sea. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of 
diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams. 

The City of White Rock is a unique, ocean-side community of 26,000 citizens located half an hour south of Vancouver on the shore of Semiahmoo Bay and is known for its sunny weather, expansive beach, historic pier, delightful restaurants, and sense of community. 

Overview 
The Planning & Development Services Department, Building Division, seeks individuals with outstanding work ethic and a safety-first attitude to join their team. The Building Officials are responsible for reviewing, processing, issuing building permits, and providing technical information and assistance, as it relates to fire protection, life safety systems, building structures, health of occupants and energy efficiency, and ensure compliance with building codes, acts, bylaws, standards, and regulations. 

The successful candidate will be versatile and experienced with inspections, plan reviews including building, sprinkler and plumbing systems to assess and determine compliance. With exceptional attention 
to detail and savvy technical knowledge the role processes permit applications for building, sprinkler, plumbing permits; discusses construction, alteration, and repair requirements with a wide variety of 
internal and external contacts. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the employer. 

Qualifications/Requirements 
Applicants must have an Interprovincial Trades Qualification in Carpentry or a diploma from a recognized technical institute in Building Technology and 2 years building design and construction experience. 

Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, and one of the following: 

• Level 1 Building Official – Successful completion of the Building Officials Association of BC (BOABC) 
  • Level 1 building qualification exams or successful completion of the Level 1 plumbing qualification exam. 
• Level 2 Building Official – BOABC Level 2 building certification and Level 1 plumbing certification. 
• Level 3 Building Official – BOABC Level 3 building certification and Level 2 plumbing qualification 
  • (Level 1 Plumbing certification with Level 2 POIT may be considered) 

A comprehensive benefit package is included. Based on a 35-hour work week, the rate of pay is based on level of certification. 

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license with proof of a safe and responsible driving record; 

The City is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people 
who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you! If your experience and education have prepared you for success in this role and you are committed to working in a manner that supports a respectful, healthy, and safe environment, please submit a cover letter and resume online at