Fire Inspector

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works • Bath, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The position is committed to service for all Bath Iron Works employees, providing inspection of safety systems on board ships under construction, in production facilities and in office spaces. Inspectors will be expected to make routine inspections and fire-safety assessments on board ships under construction and inside all BIW manufacturing buildings and office areas. The role involves inspection of AED’s, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, as well as other tasks allowed with a CFI certification. The goal is to ensure the safety of personnel and property, consistent with applicable company requirements and fire safety standards. This role also includes maintaining logs, reports, and other miscellaneous paperwork, and assisting with fire drills, sprinkler testing, and contractor support for maintenance. The successful candidate should be willing to work in an energetic, industrial inspector environment following the Incident Command Structure and the appropriate Standard Operational Guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Maine or Pro-Board Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications are required.
• NFPA Certified Fire Inspector 1 required within one year of hire.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance required within one year of hire.
• Must be a US Citizen for consideration.
• Must be able to obtain an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire.
• Must meet minimal medical requirements for Firefighter candidates as detailed in Chapter 6, Medical Evaluation of Candidates, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 Standard on Comprehensive Occupation Medical Program for Fire Departments.
• Ability to ascend 5–7 continuous flights of stairs while carrying high-rise kits and other firefighting related equipment.
• Applicants are required to provide a resume, certifications (FFI/II, CFI, etc.), and list of references with their application.

Nice To Haves

• Previous interior firefighting and fire service experience is preferred.
• Confined Space Rescue experience preferred.
• Technical Rope Rescue experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection of safety systems on board ships under construction, in production facilities and in office spaces.
• Make routine inspections and fire-safety assessments on board ships under construction and inside all BIW manufacturing buildings and office areas.
• Inspect AED’s, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, as well as other tasks allowed with a CFI certification.
• Ensure the safety of personnel and property, consistent with applicable company requirements and fire safety standards.
• Maintain logs, reports, and other miscellaneous paperwork.
• Assist with fire drills, sprinkler testing, and contractor support for maintenance.
• Attend trainings as directed by the Fire Chief.

Benefits

• Dollar for dollar company matching contributions up to 5% each year for retirement savings plan.
• 10 Floating holidays
• Uniforms, boots and clothing provided.
• $350 annual clothing allowance after 1 year of service
• $200 footwear reimbursement
• $250 annual (taxable) wellness benefit

What This Job Offers

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