Cody Bergen
- What is your current job title and which area do you cover?
I am the Senior Building Inspector for the City of Steinbach. We also cover Part 9 permitting for the RM of Ste. Anne as well as Part 3 and 9 permitting for the Town of Ste. Anne.
- How long have you worked with in the industry?
I have been a Building Inspector for 8 years. Prior to becoming an inspector I was in the construction industry for about 8 years.
- How long have you been a member of MBOA?
I became a member of the MBOA as soon as I started work as an inspector.
- Why did you become a member of the MBOA?
The City of Steinbach has encouraged all of our inspectors to join the MBOA as soon as possible, understanding that being a part of a network of inspectors is very important.
- What do you love most about being a building inspector?
I enjoy the challenges that come with unique building projects that require digging deep into the Code.
- Has becoming a member of the MBOA helped you in your career?
The MBOA has helped me create some great relationships with many fellow inspectors.
- Do you have any mentors in your professional life?
The late Barry Plett was a great resource for anything Code related.
- What is your favourite hobby or leisure activity?
I enjoy curling in the winter and slow-pitch baseball in the summer.
- What is your favourite sports team?
The Jets, Bombers and Pittsburgh Steelers are my favourite teams.
- What is something unique or something we may not about you that people in the MBOA might find interesting
I am a huge science fiction nerd.
