Fire Inspector

Posted on: Feb 12, 2025
Posted by: Leduc County

Summary

The opportunity

Leduc County is looking an experienced and highly motivated Fire Inspector to join our team. Reporting to the Fire Marshal, this exciting opportunity administers and enforces the Safety Codes Act applicable to the fire discipline, relevant policies, procedures and legislation. Through managing priorities, the fire inspector is a key contributor to the achievement of the department’s operational deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

What you will do

  • Performs building inspections for compliance with the Safety Codes Act and Regulations, the National Fire Code Regulation, the Leduc County Quality Management Plan (QMP), policies and procedures, and any other relevant legislation.
    • Conducts site inspections and re-inspections, documenting code infractions, deficiencies, non-permitted work, and unsafe conditions.
    • Identifies corrective actions required to achieve code compliance, issues and follows-up on orders to comply.
    • Reviews alternative solution proposals and issues variances.
    • Reviews and accepts submitted signed verification of compliance (VOC).
    • Investigates complaints, unsafe conditions, and accidents.
    • Issues verbal and written directives as needed.
    • Inspects new and existing above and underground storage tanks (Flammable and Combustible liquids), piping and dispensing installations and removals.
  • Delivers appropriate fire prevention plans and processes, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
  • Assists the fire marshal in the review of plans outlined below and monitors compliance, as required:
    • New construction applications.
    • Building renovations.
    • Fire safety plans.
    • Storage tanks systems registration, installation, alteration, and removal (for flammable, combustible liquids).
  • Provides internal and external clients with fire codes information and assistance.
  • Maintains accurate records of plans, permits, correspondence, inspections, and reports.
  • Assists the fire marshal when required, performing duties as a County fire guardian including online burn permits administration.
  • Carries out special assignments and assists other department operations as required.
  • Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.
  • Accountable for working in compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.
  • Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

What you need to succeed

Must-have

  • Five years of experience in the fire service and two years of experience as a fire prevention officer.
  • Certified as a safety codes officer in the fire discipline, Group B (level 2) and Group E (Tanks).
  • Must maintain Safety Codes Officer status with the Safety Codes Council and must receive and maintain a designation of powers for Leduc County and the municipalities we serve.
  • A service focus with strong interpersonal, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • The ability to conduct and document inspections and prepare clear, concise reports.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools and familiarity with permitting software.
  • A valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license, a vulnerable sector clearance, criminal record check satisfactory to Leduc County and the ability to obtain security clearance at the Edmonton International Airport are all required.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with municipal governance, operations, and knowledge of rural communities.

Job Type

Permanent full-time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$81,631.00 and $102,039.00

Closing Date

February 25, 2025
Posting ID: 30282