FIRE INSPECTOR

East Fork Fire District • Minden, NV

285d • $75,266 - $92,407

About The Position

The Fire Inspector is responsible for performing a variety of inspections and enforcement activities of public, commercial, industrial, residential, and other buildings/property to ensure compliance with fire, building, and related codes and ordinances. The role also involves developing and providing public fire and safety education and information programs.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Two (2) years of building, fire inspection, or fire suppression experience in a public setting.
• Class C driver's license.
• Obtain International Fire Code Inspector I certification within eighteen (18) months of date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts fire and life safety inspections of general commercial, hotel, industrial, hospital, and public assembly buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention codes.
• Advises and instructs owners in the removal of fire hazards and makes recommendations for reducing potential hazards.
• Responds to citizen complaints regarding local and state fire codes and ordinances.
• Enforces laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to fire safety; reports violations and prepares written notices for required follow-up action.
• Prepares and participates in District-wide prevention programs by educating the public, businesses, schools, and service clubs on fire safety and prevention topics.
• Inspects storage and use related to explosives, flammable, combustible, and hazardous materials.
• Determines if buildings meet fire regulations; prepares necessary records and reports.
• Inspects facilities for compliance with hazardous material codes and regulations.
• Participates in fire drills and attends regular classes/trainings in fire prevention and related subjects.
• Provides juvenile fire setter education and conducts interviews and presentations on the dangers of juvenile fire setting.
• May assist in a support role during emergencies and wildland fire events.
• Represents the District with dignity and integrity in all relationships with various organizations and agencies.

Benefits

• NVPERS retirement.
• 100% Employer-Paid Health/Dental/Vision for Employee + Family.
• Vacation and Sick Leave.
• 12 paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED