Plumbing Specialist - Toronto, Canada - City of Toronto

City of Toronto

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3 weeks ago

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Description

Job ID: 33838

Job Category:
Audit, Compliance & Inspections

Division & Section:
Toronto Building, Various - see below

Work Location:
Various, see below

Job Type & Duration:
Full-Time, Permanent

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade:
$ $46.81, TF0237, Wage Grade 13

Shift Information: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Number of Positions Open: 2

Posting Period: 8-May-2023 to 23-May-2023

Location and Shift Information:

North York Civic Centre (5100 Yonge St) 1 Permanent vacancy
Scarborough Civic Centre (150 Borough Drive) 1 Permanent vacancy

Major Responsibilities

Inspects plumbing system installations in all types of buildings to ensure compliance with the approved plans, the Ontario Building Code, referenced standards, City Sewer Use and Waterworks By-Laws within the timeframes specified in the legislation.
Prepares and submits written reports for each inspection made. Monitors progress of work.
Organizes workload, schedules inspections and documents inspection results, including the collection and attachment of photographs, documents and reports in the Division's computerized records management and tracking system.
Provides instruction to contractors, architects, engineers and the public on the regulations and required construction practices and investigates complaints.
Reviews plans and specifications from other disciplines, as required, to ensure overall compliance with the Ontario Building Code as it relates to plumbing and sewage systems.
Investigates complaints regarding contraventions of statutes, regulations and bylaws.
Advises Ministry of Labour of unsafe working conditions or sites.
Inspects fire damaged or unsafe buildings to determine extent of damage and required repairs/replacement with respect to plumbing and sewage systems.
Issues Orders and Notices of Violation (Ticket Offence Notices) in response to deficiencies.
Inspects for LLBO clearances.
Appears and gives evidence in court on the Ontario Building Code Act, the Ontario Building Code and other applicable laws and appears at the Ontario Building Code Commission.
Inspects and prepares evidence for presentation before the courts. Gives evidence on behalf of the City in civil litigation
Liaises with City Councillors, other divisions, community groups, agencies, other levels of government and other bodies regarding plumbing issues.
Approves alternative design and equipment substitutions that vary from approved plans.
Makes recommendations to improve Divisional policies, procedures and practices.
Represents the Division at various committees and meetings.
Conducts Part 9 plumbing inspections when required.
Inspects for partial occupancy clearances.
Responds to enquiries from the public concerning requirements of the Ontario Building Code related to plumbing.
Attends to complaints (e.g. noise, road, civil disputes)
Trains and mentors staff

Key Qualifications:

Possession of a Provincial Plumbing Certificate.
Postsecondary diploma/certificate related to the plumbing trade or have an equivalent combination of education and experience in the plumbing trade.
Considerable experience in the plumbing trade in all types of buildings
Experience reading plans/specifications pertaining to plumbing system installations in buildings.
Possession of a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's License and access to a properly insured vehicle.

You must also have:

Knowledge of onsite sewage systems.
Knowledge of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems operations and installations as they relate to plumbing.
Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code requirements related to plumbing system installations.
Must possess or ability to obtain the following Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing Ontario Building Code qualification requirements for inspectors: Plumbing
All Buildings & CBO Legal.
Ability to effectively resolve complex issues regarding plumbing matters.
Good oral communication skills with the ability to submit oral evidence in court.
Good written communication skills with the ability to prepare accurate written reports.
Physically capable of performing required duties and able to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with customers, general public and all levels of staff by telephone, in person, and in writing

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