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City of Toronto
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
Duties and 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 pre-incident planning
- Performs administrative activities
- Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional development
- Must be able to follow direction of a senior officer
Minimum Qualifications
- Post-secondary 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 1
- Possession of a current and valid minimum Level C, CPR Certificate issued prior to the date of application submission
- Possession of a current and valid minimum level Standard First Aid Certificate issued by a WSIB approved First Aid Trainer issued no more than 1 year prior to the date of application submission
- 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 By-laws
- 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 be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work
Must also possess:
- Pass in-house 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 skills
- Interpersonal/Interaction skills when dealing with the public, Fire Services staff, and all other levels of City personnel
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks/demands
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Initiative
- Ability to work and positively interact within diverse work environment
- Customer service skills
- Presentation skills
- Demonstrated experience or knowledge of the installation or maintenance /design of sprinkler and fire alarm systems
- Ability to lift/move objects when required
- Ability and willingness to actively participate in professional development
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Inspections & enforcement of by-laws acts or regulations
- Expertise or expert knowledge in reading blueprints, installation guidelines, etc.
- Expertise or expert knowledge in the installation or maintenance/design of sprinkler and fire alarm systems
- Experience preparing and providing evidence in judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings
- Expertise or expert knowledge in Public Education
- Post-Secondary education in Fire Protection Technology
- Demonstrated experience or knowledge of delivering public education
- Professional engineer licensed by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
- NFPA 1031, Level 2 – Ontario certified
- NFPA 1035 level 1
- NFPA 1033
- Building Code Identification Number (BCIN) for Fire Protection
- Fall Prevention training
- NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist
- Multilingual skills preferred, including sign language
- Commitment to personal and professional development and in continuing education through ongoing learning
Additional Information
Note:
- Psychometric testing may be required
- Must provide a Criminal Record with Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) obtained from a police service in Ontario, to the satisfaction of Fire Services.
- Successful candidates selected for this position shall be required to complete and pass the Ontario certified NFPA 1031, Level 2 courses, 1035, BCIN (Fire Protection and General Legal)
Medical Clearance
Prior to being hired, the successful candidate may be required to participate in the following:
(a) Participate in a comprehensive medical examination, and
(b) Receive medical clearance by TFS Chief Medical Officer.
Employee Reference Check Clearance
Prior to being hired, the successful candidate must:
(a) Provide at least three employment references, and
(b) Receive employment reference clearance from TFS.
Criminal Reference with Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) Clearance
Prior to being hired the successful candidate must:
- Provide a criminal record check with judicial matters check (CRJMC), from a Police Service in Ontario
- Receive criminal reference check with Judicial Matters check clearance from TFS.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
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