PLUMBING
OFFICIAL
Regular Full-Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful
career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As
the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our
diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through
innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and
state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our
resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant,
growing regional urban centre. We
envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We
Are Looking For
The City of Coquitlam is seeking a Plumbing Official to review new and
existing residential, commercial and industrial plumbing, sewer and fire
sprinkler installations and related plans ensuring compliance with applicable
municipal standards, codes, by-laws, regulations and acts. This interesting and
challenging position is responsible for enforcement of ordinances and providing
technical information to property owners, contractors, engineers, architects
and other municipal staff on matters related to the previously mentioned
installations.
Minimum
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of plumbing, fire
sprinkler and sewer standards, codes, by-laws, regulations and acts as well as
the methods, practices, tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade. They
also will possess an understanding of the policies and procedures governing the
work performed and proven ability to examine, check and interpret building
plans and specifications and to recognize technical requirements for plumbing,
fire sprinkler, sewer and drainage installations and systems.
The successful incumbent will possess a Certificate of Qualification in
Plumbing for the Province of BC (TQ), be registered as a Qualified Plumbing
Official (Level 2). A valid Class 5 British Columbia Driver’s License and
access to a vehicle is also required.
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $53.69 - $58.31 (2026 rates). The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors
including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to
join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local
community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development
opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an
earned day off program. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended
benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension
Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing
equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an
organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to
support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity,
diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these
principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require
additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for
confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police
information check (with no adverse reports).
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how #YouCouldWorkHere too!
Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on November 13, 2026.
We thank all
applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview
will be contacted.