Fire Inspector
About The Position
This position performs technical and clerical work in fire inspection, prevention, and public education. It is responsible for field enforcement of local and state fire safety codes, laws, and ordinances. The role involves considerable public contact and requires professional, tactful, and courteous handling of public relations matters. The Fire Inspector makes periodic inspections of public places, identifies fire hazards and code violations, and orders corrections as directed. The position also prepares and updates pre-fire plans, inspects new businesses applying for occupational licenses, reviews fire and life safety reports and plans, and conducts construction-related plan reviews and inspections. The role supports fire prevention and public education programs, maintains operating records, responds to inquiries, and consults with the Assistant Fire Marshal on fire and life safety matters. The position may serve on City committees and associations and represent the City at meetings when requested.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Must possess and maintain Florida State Fire Safety Inspector I certification.
- Valid State of Florida driver’s license with a good driving record.
Responsibilities
- Inspect public places periodically for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances, and order corrections of hazardous conditions as directed.
- Prepare and update pre-fire plans for existing and new structures and occupancies.
- Inspect new businesses applying for an occupational license.
- Follow department policies, procedures, and standards for efficient and effective operations and maintenance.
- Prepare and maintain operating records and retain information for future reference.
- Maintain effective working relationships with businesses and the public.
- Consult with the Assistant Fire Marshal on fire and life safety issues.
- Prepare and deliver presentations for seminars and classes in conjunction with committees, associations, schools, hospitals, businesses, and other institutional buildings.
- Coordinate, develop, and implement Fire Prevention and Public Education Programs.
- Review fire and life safety reports, including reports for fire alarms, fire sprinklers, fire suppression systems, generators, fire pumps, and emergency fire plans, for compliance with national and state codes and ordinances.
- Conduct fire plan reviews for construction purposes.
- Conduct construction inspections for compliance with current versions of the Florida Fire Prevention Code and Florida Building Code.
- Answer letters of inquiry and speak with visitors.
- Serve on City committees and associations as assigned.
- Represent the City at meetings when requested.
- Perform other related work as required or assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
