Fire Inspector - Kingston, Canada - City of Kingston
Description
Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.
Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.
Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
Position Summary
A Fire Inspector is responsible for promoting and enforcing fire safety regulations as set out in relevant provincial legislation, municipal bylaws and within division operating practices through comprehensive building inspections.
Fire Inspectors will assist with the delivery of public education and public relations programs throughout the community and provide fire safety training to various client groups.
As an Assistant to the Fire Marshal a Fire Inspector will be responsible for conducting post-fire investigations for the purpose of determining fire cause and origin.
Fire Inspectors will be required to complete ongoing training for the purposes of attaining and maintaining professional standard qualifications as a Fire Inspector in the Province of Ontario.
KeyResponsibilities:
Inspect buildings and premises for compliance with the Ontario Fire Code
Review designated aspects of building plans and inspect new construction for compliance with fire safety requirements -of the Ontario Building Code
Perform investigations of post fire scenes to determine fire cause and origin and to determine fire safety issues related to the cause
Assist with the delivery of fire safety education and public relations programs through a variety of mediums to members of the community
Keep detailed notes of all activities and prepare accurate reports, sketches and summaries of findings
Participate in ongoing training and professional development
Comply with all KFR Operational Policies and Procedures
Provide testimony in Court and before boards regarding matters arising from the duties of a Fire Prevention Officer
Evaluate fire protection systems, fire alarms and automatic sprinkler systems
Review development proposals for compliance with fire service access requirements
Provide support to children and their families involved in matters arising from false alarms and juvenile fire setting
Attend emergency situations to provide support and information to operations crews as needed
Prepare press releases, articles and web site presentations in support of division activities
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Competencies
- Extensive training and experience in conduction fire safety inspections, performing building plans review and a firm working knowledge of all provincial legislation pertaining to fire protection and prevention in new and existing buildings
- Postsecondary training or equivalent in a relevant discipline and achieved designation as a technologist in the field of fire protection, fire sciences, engineering or architectural technology or equivalent
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Adhere to the KFR Behavioral and Interpersonal Skills requirements
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position including strenuous periods of walking, climbing, digging and lifting
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong written and oral communication skills in the English language are essential
Ability to interact harmoniously with co-workers, superiors and members of the public
Background in customer service and speaking in public forums
Valid Class "G" Ontario drivers' licence is required to be maintained
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CPIC), including Vulnerable Sector Check
Closing Statement
Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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