• Responsible for enforcing the Fire Protection and Prevention Act and its Regulations, along with relevant municipal by-laws, including but not limited to; conducting, processing and following-up on fire prevention inspections and evaluations of occupancies and properties to ensure compliance.
• Review and evaluate building plans, site plans, fire safety plans, and fire protection system plans for compliance with Ontario Fire Code. Liaise with Township staff to discuss site and building plan submissions, as required.
• Inspect new construction, as required, and ensure testing of fire protection systems for compliance with applicable codes and standards as assigned.
• Maintain detailed notes, compile supporting information, and prepare reports on all inspections and enforcement activities. Ensure detailed tracking within the shared software system.
• Resolve fire code compliance issues promptly with a focus on identifying corrective actions to achieve step-by-step compliance.
• Issue Part I Offence Notices and Part III summons to ensure that all charges laid and legal action taken are successful.
• Assist Municipal law enforcement officers to issue penalty notices, using a system that streamlines the enforcement process and aims to increase compliance with by-laws.
• Conduct fire investigations as assigned, including working with other agencies such as OPP, Office of the Fire Marshal and insurance investigators. The goal should be to determine the cause and origin.
• Develop and deliver fire safety education programs to members of the community, Fire Department, and Township staff.
• Inspect all Township buildings annually to ensure compliance with the Fire Code and ensure the fire protection equipment is fully operational.
• Act as alternate Community Emergency Management Coordinator and assist the Fire Chief with training, emergency plan reviews, updates and developments. Serve on the EOC during emergencies and exercises in assigned positions.
• Develop plans to effectively deal with emerging issues related to emergency management for the Fire Chief/CEMC’s approval.
• Respond to Fire calls throughout the Township when on duty as required, and act primarily as the Incident Safety Officer and Scene Preservation Officer at scenes.
• Attend meetings, seminars and education opportunities to keep current with applicable laws and legislation.
• Recommend to the Fire Chief any procedural changes to maintain/improve fire prevention and public education programs within the Township.
• Other duties related to this position as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Fleet Foreman perform annual safety inspections of all municipal vehicles as per MTO guidelines.

• Keep precise records of all repairs and/or maintenance and adhere to a preventative maintenance service schedule.

• Advises the Fleet Foreman immediately of any vehicles that are not roadworthy or dangerous to operate.

• Inspect, test, repair and maintain all automotive mechanical and off road construction equipment operated by the Municipality including fire equipment.

• Ensures a work order for each vehicle entering the garage for repairs or maintenance is complete.

• Ensures that all parts or materials removed from stock are recorded and charged to the appropriate equipment.

• Maintains the garage, stockroom and Township owned tools in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.

• With the approval of the Fleet Foreman orders parts and makes the necessary arrangements for their delivery.

• Maintains the fleet's physical appearance as directed by the Fleet Foreman.

• Performs other similar and related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

• Truck and Coach Technician Certificate (310 T) required

• Automotive Service Technician Certificate (310 S) required

• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class D driver’s license, with a Z endorsement.

• 5 years of experience on the repair of diesel powered equipment

• Familiarity with the DriveON motor vehicle inspection software.

• Must be capable of operating municipal construction and maintenance equipment

• Must be capable of working with a minimum amount of direct supervision.

• Must have the ability to write standard, legible service reports, read and understand service manuals. • Must have working knowledge and understand the Provincial Health and Safety Legislation.