Date Posted: 08/16/2023
Req ID: 33483
Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Facilities & Services
Department: Fire Prevention Office
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00055424

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto is a trailblazer not only in academia and research but also in ensuring operational excellence. U of T’s Facilities and Services group works diligently to make sure all stakeholders have a safe, clean, comfortable, attractive and sustainable environment in which to learn, teach and play.

The Facilities & Services portfolio includes the operation and stewardship of over $5 billion in physical assets at the St. George campus situated in the heart of Canada’s largest city. We manage and provide service to over 120 buildings totaling 15 million square feet plus the operation and management of an extensive district energy system supporting more than 150 buildings. Not only are we One of Canada's Best Employers, we are one of Canada's Greenest Employers.

Your opportunity:

As the Fire Prevention Officer, you will ensure the compliance of our fire prevention and protection program advising on requirements for new construction and renovation projects, and continually reviewing current fire and life safety systems and procedures recommending preventative or alternative life safety measures and corrective action, evaluating risk factors and inspecting buildings to determine fire prevention requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting routine building inspections for fire and life safety issues
• Assessing and recommending corrective action to resolve code violations
• Implementing complex and technical emergency fire safety plans
• Implementing temporary protective alternatives to provide for fire safety during planned and unplanned system isolations and shutdowns
• Analyzing and recommending corrective actions and procedural changes following fire occurrences
• Inspecting the construction and installation of fire and life safety equipment and systems
• Advising project managers and contractors on fire prevention requirements in relation to changes to construction specification for new building and renovation projects

Essential Qualifications:

• Advanced College Diploma (3 years) in Fire Protection Technology, Ontario Fire College Certified Fire Prevention Officer or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years related experience in all areas of fire safety coupled with a demonstrated knowledge of relevant fire safety legislation, codes, standards, and procedures.
• A strong working knowledge of the Ontario Fire Code, NFPA Standards, CAN/ULC Standards, Ontario Building Code and other applicable statutes and regulations and their applications is required.
• Knowledge of kitchen suppression systems, kitchen hood systems and special suppression systems is required.
• Demonstrated experience of property inspections, codes, by-laws, acts and related regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing drawings and specifications for new construction and renovations is required.
• Demonstrated experience of reading building permits, standards, and manufacturers installation manuals
• Demonstrated experience or knowledge in investigating fires for the determining origin and cause.
• Detailed understanding of fire alarm system terminology and operations is required.
• Ability to operate a variety of extinguishers, fire alarm systems, special detection devices, and sprinkler and standpipe systems is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook etc.) specifically with spreadsheets, internet research, word processing, and email is required.
• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s Licence in good standing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Working knowledge of CADD software.
• CFAA Fire Alarm Technician Training Program - Certified Fire Alarm Technician

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Communicator
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Self-directed
• Team player
• Self starter

Closing Date: 08/25/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 12 -- $71,842 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $91,875. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services
Recruiter: Julia Chou

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.