Firefighter Fire Prevention - Toronto, Canada - City of Toronto

City of Toronto

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Position ID: 43906

Job Category:
Emergency, Fire and Paramedics Services

Division & Section:
Fire Services, Fire Svcs Community Risk Reduction

Work Location:
Various

Job Type & Duration:
Permanent, Full-time

Hourly Rate:
$32.54 per hour

Shift Information:
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Affiliation:
L3888 Firefighters

Number of Positions Open: 8

Posting Period: 11-Mar-2024 to 15-Apr-2024

Job Description:
Firefighter Fire Prevention (Inspector)
Reporting to an Inspections and Enforcement Captain within the Community Risk Reduction Division of the Toronto Fire Services, the Inspector's duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Major Responsibilities

Conducts fire and life safety inspections, pursuant to the powers prescribed in the Fire Protection and Prevention Act on all types of building
Address Fire Code contraventions and fire and life safety hazards within the authority of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and applicable regulations and Fire Marshall directives
Complies with all directives issued by the Ontario Fire Marshal
Conducts fire inspections pursuant to the limitations set out in the delegation of the Fire Chief and pursuant to the powers prescribed in the Fire Protection and Prevention Act
Issues Orders pursuant to the Fire Protection and Prevention Act
Prepares and swears Information's and Summonses pursuant to the Provincial Offences Act
Reads and interprets building plans, blueprints, installation guides, site plans, construction plans and specifications
Receives complaints and inspects and tests fire protection equipment and systems
Prepares reports and maintains records detailing information about the property, contraventions observed and actions to be taken
Completes detailed notes, prepares written information, and provides evidence in Provincial Offences Court, Fire Safety Commission, Coroner's Inquests and tribunals, criminal/civil proceedings etc.
Performs public relations activities Presents seminars on fire prevention and life safety to groups and members of the public
Delivers education programs related to fire safety and life when required
Reviews and recommends for the approval of Fire Safety Plans
Reviews and recommends for the approval of alternative compliance solutions pursuant to Division C of the Ontario Fire Code
Performs delegated duties for Chief Fire Official Exercises all powers as an assistant to the Fire Marshall prescribed in the Fire Protection and Prevention Act
Exercises all powers as a Provincial Offences Officer prescribed in the Provincial Offences Act
Participates in preincident planning
Performs administrative activities
Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development
Must be able to follow direction of a senior officer
Continually maintain a high standard of professionalism, integrity, reliability, and credibility, which are fundamental requirements for this position
Function as an integral member of the City of Toronto workforce to support corporate vision and mission statements
Function as an integral member of the Toronto Fire Service workforce to deliver and support Division specific vision and mission statements
Function as an integral member of the Toronto Fire Service emergency response team to deliver and support Division specific goals of emergency response and preparedness

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess:

Postsecondary education in Fire Protection Technology, Building Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies, Criminology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Enrolment in or successful completion of NFPA 1031, Level
Must possess a valid Ontario Driver's License Class "G" and meet the requirements necessary to receive a City Equipment Operator's license\
Willingness to work a compressed work week
Must possess the ability to walk long distances, wear personal protective equipment (including but not limited to SCBA and/or respirators), bend, crawl and climb ladders/scaffolding while conducting inspections
Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions, including death investigations
Willingness and ability to work in adverse conditions, including inclement weather
Knowledge of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Ontario Fire Code, Provincial Offences Act and related legislation and related Bylaws
Knowledge in powers and duties of OFMEM Directives, Fire Protection and Prevention Act, OFM Technical and Public Fire Safety Guidelines and related standards and legislation

Must also possess:

Pass inhouse entry level TFS exam on Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Provincial Offences Act, Building Code Act, Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, related legislation and By-Laws and other related material
Oral and written communication skills
Report writing ability
Problem solving /analytical sk