Position Type: Contract NU (Full Time) (Fixed Term) Closing Date: August 19, 2026 Salary/Wage Range: $83,718.00 - $104,649.00 Working for the City of Burlington
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent.
Benefits and Working Arrangements flexible working hours
mobile and hybrid working arrangements
a great pension and perks package
programs to foster innovation and leadership
Type of Vacancy: Existing Vacancy Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Department: Building Location: This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of City Hall, 426 Brant Street, Burlington, ON. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective 2026 this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.
Position Overview: This position is responsible for key functions related to building permit applications and issuance of building permits. This includes providing Building Code assistance to the public and builders, reviewing residential project applications, calculating/collecting fees, and responding to general enquiries.
Responsibilities Review all building permit applications to ensure that the documentation is complete and accurate in accordance with the Ontario Building Code.
Ensure that building permit applications are consistent with the approved zoning & site plan documents and follow up with the applicant, zoning & planning staff where there are discrepancies.




Provide a technical review of permit applications for small additions, residential repeats, minor tenant improvements, decks, sheds, etc., in accordance with the Ontario Building Code.
Calculate and collect building permit fees.
Collect fees for other monetary requirements, including park dedications, development charges, etc.
Provide Building Code interpretations and technical advice to clients and members of the public.
Assist Senior Plans Examiners during peak periods, and during absences through application setup on medium/large-scale projects.
Assist supervisor with research &/or special projects (corporate or departmental).
Requirements You have a community college diploma in Architecture/Engineering Technology or equivalent.
This is coupled with a minimum of one year of direct experience.
Municipal experience is an asset.
Holding the provincial qualifications as set out in the OBC (Div. C, 3.1.4.) for Legal/Process and House is required.
Certification or eligible for certification with OACETT, AATO or OBOA is an asset.
Ideally you have hands‑on experience processing building permit applications and writing reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required, and a comprehensive understanding of AMANDA (property information system) is an asset.
Working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, your exemplary customer service, communication and organizational skills will serve you well.
Accommodations In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act,



the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process.
Please call us at (phone hidden) or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Note to Applicants We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
Come work with us at the City of Burlington!
Why? Ranked as the most livable city in Ontario, and fifth in Canada, Burlington is nestled in the Greater Toronto Area, with the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere reserve) in our backyard, and Lake Ontario at our front door. Equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part‑time employees, the corporation of the City of Burlington is an innovative, progressive and hybrid workplace dedicated to delivering more than 37 high‑quality services to residents. A career at the City boasts: A positive workplace culture built on a set of organizational values, designed by employees. These values guide our behavior and how we work together. A hybrid work model, with remote and flexible work arrangements. A commitment to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization to create a workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work. A focus on service excellence, including high‑quality customer experiences, operational performance, and staff engagement. A great pension and benefits package. Collective action to support a climate resilient and low‑carbon community, implementing actions to become net carbon neutral and prepared for warmer, wetter and wilder weather. Opportunities to continuously learn and grow. These are just some of the reasons to come work with us at the City of Burlington.

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📌 Plans Examiner - Contract (up to 10 months) (Ontario)
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