Safety Codes Officer - Building (Plans Examiner/Inspector)

City of Calgary • Calgary, Alberta, Canada • 1d ago

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The Safety Codes Officer, Building (Plans Examiner/Inspector) will provide compliance monitoring through plan examination, inspection, investigation and enforcement in compliance with the Safety Codes Act. As a Safety Codes Officer, you will provide guidance to owners, contractors and registered professionals on structures and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) mechanical systems to comply with the applicable codes and standards. Primary duties include:

Review plans, issue building permits and inspect construction and mechanical systems for compliance to the appropriate codes, standards and bylaws.
Prepare permit conditions and notices to alert designers, contractors and homeowners of non-compliance in the design or construction.
Follow up on conditions and inspections to ensure non-compliance´s have been addressed.
Investigate non-permit complaints, take necessary action and prepare reports on the action taken.
Gather evidence and prepare files for prosecution and attend court as required.
Attend Safety Codes Council hearings and give evidence on behalf of the City of Calgary.

Qualifications

The successful applicant must possess one of the following combinations of education and experience:
- Journeyman Carpenter, Plumber, Electrician, Sheet Metal Worker or Bricklayer Certification as recognized by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board plus at least 5 years of relevant experience in the building construction industry after receiving that journeyman certification.
- A completed 2 year technology diploma in a related field plus at least 5 years of relevant experience in the building construction industry post-diploma.
- A degree in Engineering or Architecture plus at least 5 years of relevant experience in the building construction industry, one of which must be completed after obtaining that degree
A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending OR; a valid Graduated Driver's Licence (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
The ability to obtain a City of Calgary's operator's permit within 6 weeks from the date of offer acceptance.
Safety Codes Officer Certifications for Building Part 3 and Part 9 would be considered an asset
1 year experience with Safety Codes Officer Part 9 and Residential HVAC certification would be preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and sound judgment and decision-making skills.
The ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
The ability to work after-hours to respond to urgent safety complaints.

Pre-employment Requirements

A security clearance will be conducted.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug Test:An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Union: CUPE Local 38	Business Unit: Development, Business and Building Services
Position Type: 8 Permanent	Location: Various
Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $45.53 - 60.86 per hour (2024 Rates)	Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week. May work a Non-standard 40 hour work week during peak seasons.
Audience: Internal/External	Apply By: November 29, 2024
AMENDMENT: Position Type	Job ID #: 310818