Safety Codes Officer Full-time Job

Are you interested in a highly technical position that is tasked with handling specialized review of drawings, plans and/or inspections pertaining to plumbing & gas systems in new buildings, structures, additions, demolitions or renovations of residential housing and/or commercial buildings as defined under the Safety Codes Act, National Plumbing Code of Canada and Mechanical Permits bylaws? If so, read on! 

As a Plumbing and Gas Safety Codes Officer III, your role will encompass providing specialized technical knowledge concerning compliance with the Safety Codes Act. This responsibility includes conducting thorough reviews, issuing necessary permits, and performing inspections upon request. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring adherence to regulations for residential structures, as defined in Part 9 and Part 3, along with any other installations relevant to the National Plumbing Code and the B149 gas codes. Your contributions will be essential in upholding our organization's commitment to safety and regulatory compliance

Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style. With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will: 

• Provide mentorship and guidance to plans examiners on: 
• Interpretation of codes and related regulations, policies and procedures for reviewing complex building designs, application of codes
• Liaise with various departments on technical issues related to Safety Codes
• Review and assess permit applications for construction, renovation, or modification of buildings and structures, ensuring alignment with municipal bylaws, plumbing and gas codes, regulations, and other local standards
• Perform on-site inspections during various phases of construction, renovation, or alteration to verify adherence to the approved plans, the Alberta Safety Codes Act, and the National Plumbing Code, B149
• Communicate findings to applicants through detailed correspondence and reports, guiding them through the resolution of issues related to their permit applications and monitoring compliance to address any deficiencies
• Authorize the issuance, suspension, revocation, or extension of permits, maintaining precise records in the POSSE system
• Compile and distribute reports or correspondences that summarize site observations, including any deficiencies, actions taken, and recommendations made
• Facilitate the integration of approvals from various departments such as Fire Rescue Services, environmental and transportation departments
• Development Appeal Board, Alberta Health Services, and others, ensuring comprehensive compliance and coordination
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth (12th) school grade
• Journeyman plumber and gasfitter certification recognized in Alberta with a minimum of six (6) years’ journeyman experience
• Registered Plumbing & Gas Safety Codes Officer in the Province of Alberta
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle License
• Minimum of 3 years as a Registered Safety Codes Officer with both plans examination and field inspection
• Knowledge of standard methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment employed in the plumbing and gas fitter trades with experience involving projects of any size
• Full knowledge of codes, the Safety Codes Act and Permit Regulation
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills to work with a variety of applicants with varying understanding of codes
• Detail oriented, with visual acuity and ability to examine and understand technical plans
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills and the proven ability to manage staff and build a culture of trust
• Full knowledge of applicable National Codes (National Plumbing Code of Canada, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, Alberta Private Sewage Systems Code, Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Electrical Utility Code
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent) is a requirement of this position. Must obtain business auto insurance for personal vehicle use on City business 
• Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s Permit may be a requirement of this position 
• Hire is dependent upon a Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton 
• Ability to explain advanced technical concepts and interpretations to citizens, developers and staff
• Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City’s Cultural Commitments, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviors and attributes of the City’s six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator.  For more information on the City’s leadership competencies, please visit edmonton.ca/our-culture
• Applicants may be tested

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve.  We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected]

 

 

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week during regular season, peak season (construction) hours may alternate to a 40 hour work week 

Salary Range at 33.75 hours: $47.103 - $59.072 (hourly); $82,982.92 - $104,069.60 (Annually)
Salary Range at 40 hours: $44.510 - $55.824 (hourly); $92,936.56 - $116,560.00 (Annually) 

Talent Acquisition Consultant: RD/JF

 

Closing Date: Mar 25, 2024 11:59:00 PM (MDT)

Edmonton is the capital city of the Canadian province of Alberta. Edmonton is situated on the North Saskatchewan River and is the centre of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, which is surrounded by Alberta's central region.