We are looking for motivated individuals willing to aspire to a new challenge and become a member of our Fire Prevention team. In your role as a Fire Prevention Officer, you will serve under the direction of the Fire Marshal, reporting to your assigned Captain Fire Prevention Officer.
What will you do?- Conduct inspections of buildings, structures, and places in an assigned area to identify and locate fire hazards and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, regulations and legislations
- Communicates safety requirements to property owners, tenants, and managers
- Prepare inspection reports and maintain records of inspection
- Issue field notices, corrective letters, and orders under the Safety Codes Act; appear in court as a witness when required
- Review building safety plans and construction site safety plans
- Prepare briefs for the Fire Technical Sub Council in conjunction with their supervisor
- Review and interpret technical reports, examine building plans, research the behavior of materials and substances
- Participate in safety promotions throughout the community, partnerships with the private sector and some project work
- Participate in night patrols to ensure that bars and nightclubs are in compliance with relevant standards
- Create and present public safety education and awareness programs
- Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications:- Completion of Grade 12
- Valid class 5 Alberta Operator's Licence
- Must have an entry level designation as a Fire Safety Codes Officer (Group A as prescribed by the Safety Codes Council / provincial authority) and a minimum of one (1) year related experience
- NFPA 1031 Level 1 is described as an equivalent certification prescribed by the Safety Codes Council.
- Must obtain a full certification level Fire Safety Codes Officer designation as prescribed by the Safety Codes
- Council / provincial authority within two (2) years of employment. Fire Discipline training includes but not limited to, Group A, Group B Level 1 and 2
- Must complete all classes of Fire Safety Codes Officer Inspector designation within four (4) years of employment including but not limited to Fire SCO Group E designation
- In lieu of one year related experience candidates may be considered:
- Minimum of two (2) years experience as a Safety Codes inspector in another discipline OR
- Completed Building Construction Technology diploma (or a related diploma from a recognized institute) or a Journeyman Certificate in a related field OR
- Minimum five (5) years experience in the construction industry or five (5) years experience as a member of a municipal Fire Service
Skills required for success:- Thorough knowledge of, and ability to interpret the provisions and intent of applicable codes, regulations, and legislation including but not limited to, the Alberta Safety Codes Act, National Fire
- Code - Alberta Edition and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations then apply these to the inspection of buildings and building systems within an assigned area
- Extensive knowledge of building design, materials and construction methods, encompassing not just structural systems and building envelope, but also mechanical and electrical systems within buildings
- Ability to issue Field Notices, corrective letters and Orders under the Safety Codes Act
- Ability to review safety plans including construction site safety plans
- Ability to review and interpret technical reports, examine building plans, research the behavior of materials and substances
- Ability to conduct seminars and make presentations on fire safety and fire prevention
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences
- Ability to make independent decisions under pressure
- Ability to defuse potentially difficult situations and to deal with difficult situations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and community groups
- Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community
- Thorough knowledge of inspection and prosecution procedures
- Ability to be self motivated and work alone
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:- Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
- Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
- Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:- Due to the nature of this work, this position is not eligible for a hybrid work arrangement
- This role works in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur
Up to 4 temporary full-time positions for up to 18 monthsUp to 2 permanent full-time positionsHours of Work: 40 hours per week- Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday 10 hours/day. Weekend work may be required.
Salary Range: $44.341- $65.600 (Hourly) $92,584.010- $136,972.800 (Annually)
Recruitment Consultant: PC/SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
