Inspector I in Burnaby

Position Status: Full-Time Regular

Department: Water Services

Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby

Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $39.44 hourly plus 6.25% deferred compensation (2024 wage rates). This role receives an additional 6.25% deferred compensation on hours worked. The additional 6.25% can be taken as compensation or time off.

Our Water Services Department is seeking an Inspector I who will provide construction inspection quality assurance in the field. Our water and liquid waste projects span the Metro Vancouver region and encompass a wide array of large and small civil works, including construction of sewer and water mains, reservoirs and pump stations.

You are self-motivated, enjoy working outdoors in a challenging construction-oriented environment, safety minded, detail oriented, well organized, and have a good working knowledge of applying engineering standards and specifications. You have good interpersonal, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills and are eager to learn and apply construction quality assurance.

This role includes:

• Inspecting water, sewer, solid waste and other Metro Vancouver construction projects for conformity to specifications and drawings and ensuring that general quality for the project is maintained.
• Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings for construction layout and for construction conformity.
• Preparing daily inspection reports, detailed diaries and attending pre-construction and site meetings with engineers and contractors.
• Maintaining detailed written records concerning material quality and instructions to contractors.
• Maintaining construction records (e.g. pipe laid, excavation quantities, concrete and reinforcing steel placed, bedding and backfill material used, etc.) for the preparation of progress estimates and 'as built' records.
• Inspecting and ensuring quality of materials including aggregates, concrete, asphalt, pipe fabrication, linings and coatings at manufacturing plants.
• Inspecting the field application of corrosion protection on pipelines.
• Performing engineering related calculations.
• Performing grade and alignment checks using survey equipment.
• Ensuring staff and contractors adhere to safety regulations.
• Performing other related duties, as required.

To be successful, you have:

• Certificate or Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from BCIT or other recognized technical institute.
• Some directly related inspection experience is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 BC drivers licence.
• Working knowledge of standard engineering terminology and applicable practices.
• Ability to interpret and follow standards and specifications.
• Working knowledge of quality control testing procedures regarding materials utilized in water, sewer and solid waste projects.
• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with Metro Vancouver staff, outside organizations, contractors and the public.
• Sound knowledge of safety procedures and WorkSafe regulations and ability to apply regulations.
• Basic experience in the use of computers and applicable software.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

NOTE: The Inspector I will progress to the Inspector II level after the attainment of the Inspector II requirements.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve.