Posted 17 days ago
Building Technician
@ City of St. Catharines
St. Catharines, Ontario
Overview
The City of St. Catharines is hiring a full-time Building Technician to receive and review building permit applications, plans and specifications at the counter. The role examines Fast Track applications for Ontario Building Code and municipal by-law compliance, liaises with agencies, contractors and designers, and answers public inquiries. The posting requires a three-year college diploma in civil, construction engineering or architectural technology, one year of building construction experience and AMANDA software competency.
Responsibilities:
- Review plans and permit applications at the counter
- Examine Fast Track applications for Ontario Building Code compliance
- Ensure compliance with other applicable authorities
- Liaise with officials, contractors and designers
- Answer public inquiries and collect permit fees
Requirements summary:
- Three-year college diploma in civil, construction or architectural technology
- One year of building construction experience
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act
- Ability to read detailed construction drawings
- Computer competency including AMANDA software
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-20
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Administrative |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Certified Building Code Official |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | civil engineering technology, construction engineering technology, architectural technology |
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City of St. Catharines
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Recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara Region’s 2026 Top Employers.
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In the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in our Strategic Plan. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. We are proud to be a vibrant city, offering excellent opportunities to both residents and visitors to live, work and play. Our continued growth of ‘The Garden City’ ensures quality of life is enhanced through unique festivals, historical sites, cultural attractions, authentic wine-and-culinary experiences, sporting events, and much more! We strive to make sure there is something diverse and inclusive for everyone. The City of St. Catharines is recognized as an exceptional place to work as one of Hamilton-Niagara Region’s 2025 Top Employers for its professional development programs, planning assistance services and contributions to a defined benefit pension plan and generous yearly mental health practitioner coverage. Fun Facts 👥 Population of just over 140,000, making us the largest of 12 municipalities in the Niagara Region 🚢 Home to the historic Welland Canals Centre and elevated observation platform 🚴♀️ Over 1,000 acres of parks and trails, enriching a healthy and active lifestyle 🍃 Unique micro-climate from the Niagara Escarpment and two great lakes – Lake Erie and Lake Ontario 🎠 Our nostalgic Lakeside Park Carousel is still only five cents a ride Employment Opportunities At the City of St. Catharines, we're looking for motivated, talented people who share our high standards for customer service and a common desire to create and sustain a vibrant, healthy, safe and caring community for the citizens of St. Catharines. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present. Visit www.stcatharines.ca/jobs for all of our current job opportunities.
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- 17,481
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- 638
- Reported office locations
- PO Box 3012, 50 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario L2R 7C2, CA
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- City of St. Catharines
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In the City of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in our Strategic Plan. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. We are proud to be a vibrant city, offering excellent opportunities to both residents and visitors to live, work and play. Our continued growth of ‘The Garden City’…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | St. Catharines, Ontario |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1876 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
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About the Role:
Receive and review plans, specifications and other related documents at the counter and take applications for permits. Examine plans and specifications for “Fast Track” applications to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Regulations and relevant Municipal By-laws for the purpose of permit issuance.
What You'll be Doing:
- Receive and review plans, specifications and other related documents at the counter and take applications for permits to ensure that they are complete.
- Examine plans and specifications for construction of “Fast Track” applications (sheds, pools, garages, minor renovations) to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code and Regulations and relevant Municipal By-laws for the purpose of permit issuance. Make recommendations on unique plans and permit requests as required.
- Ensure compliance with other applicable authorities such as Alcohol and Gaming Commission, Ministry of Transportation of Ontario, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Niagara Escarpment Commission, Ministry of the Environment, etc.
- Liaison with officials, agencies, contractors, designers (Engineers, Architects, etc.) and property owners, as necessary. Work closely with departmental staff, including Building Inspectors.
- Answer inquiries from the public and explain building regulations and provide guidance respecting the construction of all classifications of buildings (residential, industrial and commercial).
- Ensure correct fees are collected in full prior to issuance of permit.
- Perform other similar and related duties, as required.
What's Required:
- Three-year College diploma in civil, construction engineering, or architectural technology or equivalent in education and experience.
- One (1) year experience in building construction or related field.
- Willing to complete the required OBOA training courses to receive the designation of Certified Building Code Official.
- Eligible for membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technologists and Technicians or the Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code Act and Regulations regarding all types of construction. Able to read and comprehend detailed construction drawings and site plans.
- Possess a basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical and structural engineering design principles as related to building construction.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills. Good ability to work effectively with contractors and consultants. Above average customer service skills to handle public requests and inquiries.
- Computer competency, including use of AMANDA software.
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