Safety Codes Officer – Gas, Plumbing & Private Sewage

With a population of 32,097, Parkland County offers a range of municipal services and a vibrant mix of agricultural, residential, industrial and recreational opportunities. This unique rural area is situated on the west outskirts of Edmonton, just 20 minutes from downtown, and stretching over 2438 sq. km. of picturesque landscapes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Parkland County has a permanent, full-time position available in the Planning & Development Services Department for a Safety Codes Officer – Gas, Plumbing & Private Sewage. Reporting to the Supervisor, Safety Codes Services, the Safety Codes Officer - Gas, Plumbing & Private Sewage issues permits, examines plans, and conducts inspections of gas, plumbing and private sewage installations. Permits must be in compliance with all applicable gas, plumbing and private sewage Codes, standards and associated regulations for elements of public safety governed under the Safety Codes Act and Permit Regulations for the protection and safety of the public. The Safety Codes Officer – Gas, Plumbing & Private Sewage additionally acts as the liaison to industry, the public and staff.

Competition Number: 22-10
Rate of Pay: $86,968 to $108,710 per annum
Hours of Work: 7 hours/day; 35 hours/week
Competition Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate is Found
Benefits: Extensive benefits are offered including an option to join our Earned Day Off Program.

COVID-19 Notice: Parkland County has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Status Directive. All new employees hired on or after December 1, 2021 will be required to be fully vaccinated prior to their first day of work and show proof through a provincially approved QR code.

Requirements:

Must meet the prequalification educational and relevant experience requirements for the gas, plumbing and private sewage disciplines as prescribed by the Alberta Safety Codes Council.

Journeyman Trade Certification with five (5) years of relevant experience in the gas, plumbing and private sewage industry.

Two (2) to five (5) years’ experience conducting gas, plumbing and private sewage inspections for residential, commercial and industrial structures.

A valid Certificate of Competency as a Safety Codes Officer: Gas & Plumbing – Group A & B (Private Sewage System Design). Must maintain certification and upgrade training in the gas, plumbing and private sewage discipline and levels of certification required for the position in accordance with the requirements of the Safety Codes Council.

Ability to write technical reports, issue Orders, Refusals and Variances in accordance with the Alberta Building Code.

Must be professional, self-motivated and have the ability to work independently in a team environment.

Proficiency in the use of computers, copiers, fax machines, scanners and digital cameras, as well as strong competencies in Microsoft Word and Outlook, as well as other related Safety Codes Programs.

Possession of a valid Alberta driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Jan 14, 2022
Closing Date: Feb 17, 2022