Fire Inspector Full-time Job

Position Summary

This position enforces fire prevention regulations of the City of Regina and the Province of Saskatchewan. An Inspector will conduct inspections on all types of new/existing buildings to ensure conformity/compliance with applicable by-laws, codes, regulations and prepares and presents public fire safety education programs and other applicable duties as assigned. This position reports to the Fire Marshal.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints and follow-up on fire department inspections to initiate enforcement activities, when and as required
• Inspects new and existing occupancies, and installations to identify fire hazards, deficiencies in fire safety systems, construction and Building and Occupant Fire Safety to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulations, provincial statutes, municipal bylaws and zoning applications.
• Performs fire safety plan review, general and specialized inspections that include sprinkler, fire alarm and commercial cooking systems.
• Conducts fire/explosion investigations to establish cause, origin and circumstances, secures and preserves evidence and testifies in court as required.
• Conducts building plan reviews and assists with final building inspections, when and as required.
• Inspects public displays or gatherings as required.
• Inspects the storage and handling of flammable, combustible, toxic, corrosive and other hazardous materials.
• Reviews findings of inspections with the owner/occupant and conducts follow up inspections to ensure conformance has been achieved, maintains records of findings, prepares reports for legal processes.
• Assists fire suppression personnel with inspection functions, provides follow-up assistance and guidance with preplanning.
• Supports public educations initiatives, able to communicate to large groups, presents fire prevention information when and as required to internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitates inspections and provides consultative services to City Departments.
• Follows all rules and regulations as set out in the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and the City of Regina Occupational Health and Safety Manual.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Key Qualifications

Fire Inspector I

The knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of Grade 12 Diploma and typically a minimum of six (6) years as an active Fire Fighter or Fire Protection Engineering Technology diploma coupled with IFSAC Certified Fire Inspector NFPA 1031, Level I and II and IFSAC Certified Fire Investigator 1033. Public Fire & Life Educator NFPA 1035, other NFPA certifications, ICS 100 and communication experience and exposure would be an asset.

Fire Inspector II

The knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of Grade 12 Diploma and a minimum of one (1) year as a Fire Inspector I; coupled with IFSAC Certified Fire Inspector NFPA 1031, Level I and II and IFSAC Certified Fire Investigator 1033. Public Fire & Life Educator NFPA 1035, other NFPA certifications, ICS 100 and communication experience and exposure would be an asset.

Fire Inspector III

The knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position are obtained through completion of Grade 12 Diploma and a minimum of one (1) year as a Fire Inspector II; coupled with IFSAC Certified Fire Inspector NFPA 1031, Level I and II and IFSAC Certified Fire Investigator 1033. Public Fire & Life Educator NFPA 1035, other NFPA certifications, ICS 100 and communication experience and exposure would be an asset.

• Knowledge of the current contents and application of the Provincial Legislation and various bylaws and codes applicable to all types of fire hazards.

• Knowledge of fire safety planning and required emergency procedures.

• Knowledge of departmental policies/operational SOP's relating to Prevention and Public Education.

• Knowledge of fire protection systems i.e. fire alarms, sprinkler systems, water sources.

• Knowledge of applicable bylaws, codes, regulations, standards and provincial statutes.

• Identifies hazardous activities or processes.

• Ability to establish and foster a co-operative working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality and good judgement.

• Ability to follow all safety regulations as set out in the section or department to which assigned.

• Knowledge of the general rules and regulations of the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Working/Other Conditions

• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work; a travel allowance is provided.
• Must be available for call-back to fires for inspection and/or investigational purposes.