As the largest city in the Fraser Valley, the City of Abbotsford serves 175,000 residents and counting, located on the traditional territories of the Semá:th, Mathxwí and Leq’á:mel First Peoples.
Abbotsford is a vibrant, cultural and economic hub, home to the Abbotsford Canucks and Abbotsford International Airport. As we continue to grow, we are committed to building strong partnerships and innovating urban design.
At the City of Abbotsford, our people are our greatest asset. While maintaining a work-life balance we offer varied and meaningful career opportunities that make a difference in the community.
Be part of the story. Join our team today.
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The City of Abbotsford’s Building Permits & Licences Department is seeking a self-motivated professional to join their team as a Building Inspector.
The Building Inspector is a technical and regulatory position which focuses on the inspections of various building types under the BC Building Code.
The incumbent will be required to conduct reviews of building construction to assess compliance with local bylaws and provincial construction regulations, including the BC Building Code. The incumbent works under minimal supervision and exercises independent judgement in technical aspects of the work. Discussing difficult challenges and policy matters with a supervisor or Manager. The work entails extensive contact, liaising and technical guidance to a variety of internal and external customers.
- Do you have one to four years experience working in building construction or design;
- Successful completion of the BOABC Level I, II, or III examination(s);
- Membership with the Building Officials’ Association of BC (BOABC) as a Qualified Building Official;
- Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $45.70 to $59.36.
The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining, and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. If you are looking for a challenge and an opportunity to make an impact in a rapidly growing municipality, we want to hear from you.
Closing Date: July 6, 2026
Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at [email protected] or 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm (EST).
