Fire Inspector

City of Manhattan Beach•Manhattan Beach, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manhattan Beach Fire Department is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Fire Inspector. This role involves applying provisions of various codes (Municipal, Fire, Health and Safety, Building, California Penal) to inspect commercial, industrial, residential, and public assembly spaces for compliance with fire codes. The position is located steps from the beach in Manhattan Beach, CA, and offers opportunities for weekly wellness activities and engagement with the local community.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D. is required.
One (1) year of experience in general inspection works is required.
Completion of Fire Prevention 1 series of classes OR Fire Inspector 1 certificate from California State Fire Marshal Office (CSFM) is required prior to the end of probation.
Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
Ability to obtain FEMA ICS 100, 200 and 700 certificates within 90 days of the appointment.
Cannot have smoked or used tobacco products up to one year prior to employment and must continue as a non-tobacco user during employment.
Knowledge of driver safety and interpretation of fire codes, building codes, laws, and ordinances to determine appropriate action.
Skill in operating radio, pager, personal computer, and telephone.
Ability to recognize potential or existing hazards and make appropriate recommendations for abatement if necessary.
Ability to read and write in the English language.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with others and members of the public.
Ability to read and interpret state/local codes and local laws/regulations pertaining to fire prevention and fire safety.

Nice To Haves

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in fire safety, operations management, public administration, or a related field is desirable.
Some previous fire inspection or prevention experience is highly desirable.
Completion of CSFM Fire Inspector 1 or CSFM Fire Inspector 2 certificates are desirable.

Responsibilities

Conducts inspections and tests of extinguishing systems, and commercial and industrial processes which may involve fire hazards in specified occupancies to ensure the level of fire protection is in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Issues notices of violations of applicable codes, including the issuance of citations for violations of the Municipal Code, Fire Code, Health and Safety Code, Building Code and/or the California Penal Code.
Interprets various codes, ordinances, and standards for the public and makes recommendations for fire protection systems.
Checks plans and specifications and conducts site inspections on special hazards operations, fire protection and extinguishing systems, and occupancies under jurisdiction for compliance with Fire Codes and standards.
Assists fire safety personnel with code interpretation and fire prevention inspections.
Investigates complaints of Federal, State, County, and City Code violations and hazards; enforces codes to ensure abatement of identified violations and hazards.
Identifies businesses requiring hazardous materials disclosure.
Conducts safety inspections of selected chemical users and makes recommendations to reduce hazardous materials accidents.
Visits business sites of hazardous materials users to verify accuracy of business plans and chemical inventories.
Identifies and categorizes chemicals and other substances which may be hazardous materials.
May issue citations or notices of violations of applicable codes.
Develops, coordinates, markets, and participates in public education and outreach projects within the community via schools and other outreach mediums regarding a variety of fire safety, fire prevention education, disaster preparedness, and other related educational programs and services.
Develops, markets, and conducts presentations to community groups, citizens, and businesses.
Assists in developing and maintaining records, information, and statistical data pertinent to Fire Prevention Division activities.
Provides general information regarding department policies, procedures, and regulations, including responding appropriately to complaints, requests for information, and requests for service.
Coordinates and integrates program services and activities with other agencies and City departments.
Attends and/or participates in meetings and conferences and serves as a liaison between the City, other agencies, and the public.
Maintains records, and databases; prepares correspondence, reports, and other public information material.
Maintains, monitors, and updates the Fire Department's social media accounts such as Facebook and Twitter.
Plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of department events including scheduling, maintaining supplies, determining location, and related duties.