Building Safety Codes Officer II Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 50481)

Description

Are you a safety codes officer, journeyman tradesperson, engineer, architect or technician with experience in the building construction industry? Consider joining our team as a Building Safety Codes Officer II!   As the building inspector, you'll provide technical guidance and conduct inspections. Each day will be unique and different. You'll take on complex challenges with the support of a highly experienced, professional team. Join the fantastic team that shapes the future of building safety at the City of Edmonton! Interested? Apply now to start your journey with us!   What will you do? 

• These positions are solely for conducting building inspections for the City of Edmonton on a daily basis
• Plan review experience is definitely an asset, but the Building Inspection team is willing to train if needed. This will be done by assessing compliance with the Building Code, bylaws, regulations and other municipal standards
• Candidates with limited Safety Codes courses completed will be evaluated and might be eligible for a mentorship program until their courses are completed. This would involve completing the courses on the City's time and the City would be responsible for paying for the remaining courses
• Coach applicants how to resolve issues related to a particular permit application and follow up on conditions and notices to ensure deficiencies are corrected
• Inspect residential and commercial buildings on a regular basis to ensure compliance, which includes the authority to withhold, suspend, revoke and extend permits through existing processes
• Grant detailed permits for construction to proceed at different stages as per submitted and approved plans
• Consult with, or assist other municipal business areas, provincial authorities, and associations regarding complex information. This may include Code interpretations and applications to ensure a cohesive and user-friendly report when permits are granted or with expectations of further corrective actions when permits are not granted
• Input relevant data, reports, correspondence and permits into POSSE and other data management systems
• Provide guidance and advice on building codes and regulations to contractors, designers, developers, and citizens; educate on safety codes, and foster relationships with external stakeholders to enhance the City's reputation and service quality
• Inspect projects to ensure they meet safety codes standards, participate in safety training and meetings, and maintain environmental protection practices during assigned tasks