Fire Inspector

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The Fire Inspector helps prevent emergencies and improve fire and life safety through property inspections, plan reviews, code enforcement, public education, and practical problem-solving. The role works directly with property owners, businesses, and community members and may offer a career path to Fire Inspector/Investigator, subject to classification requirements, completion of probation, certifications, and recommendation by the appointing authority. Participation in fire investigations is part of the role, but this is not a lead or solo fire-investigation position.

The position normally has a 40-hour workweek, with occasional weekend and after-hours assignments, and is subject to recall for fire investigations and training. Field work may involve heights, smoke, water, bending, kneeling, and other physically demanding conditions. Periodic respiratory examinations, fit testing, and use of a PAPR and/or respirator are required. Employment requires a background investigation, a medical examination consistent with applicable Nevada law before appointment, and a 12-month probationary period. Licenses, certifications, and qualifications must be maintained throughout employment.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent and 1½ years of experience in fire, building, or government code enforcement; fire investigation or suppression; law enforcement; or building construction-related fields; OR an accredited associate degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Fire Management, General Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and nine months of experience in those fields; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At appointment: valid driver's license.
• At appointment: ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• At appointment: International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I.
• A background investigation is required prior to employment.
• A medical examination consistent with applicable Nevada law is required before appointment; it may include stress EKG, hearing, vision, and pulmonary-function testing.
• Complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Maintain licenses, certifications, and qualifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect commercial and residential properties for fire and life-safety code compliance.
• Review construction plans and identify fire hazards and appropriate corrective actions.
• Investigate complaints, conduct follow-up inspections, document findings, and support enforcement when necessary.
• Participate in fire investigations; this is not a lead or solo fire-investigation position.
• Deliver public education and community risk-reduction programs.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and case documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree