Fire Investigator

Alpine Intel•Los Angeles, CA

6h•Remote

About The Position

National Fire Experts is seeking a full-time Fire Investigator in Los Angeles, California. The role studies fire and explosion scenes and performs the investigations and other work needed to determine their cause and origin. The investigator communicates findings and conclusions clearly, typically through written reports, and may defend their opinions in court. The position includes field investigations, client communication, report writing, and travel within a 100-mile radius of the assigned office or farther when required. Occasional overnight travel may be necessary depending on workload and distance. The role also requires schedule flexibility during peak business demand and the ability to work remotely from a home office.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on experience conducting fire origin and cause investigations involving residential and commercial structures in the public and/or private sectors.
CFEI certification through NAFI, or CFI certification through IAAI; the posting marks IAAI CFI as preferred.
Hold or be able to obtain a Private Investigator License in assigned state(s) within 60 days of employment, if applicable.
Familiarity with NFPA 921.
Meet all requirements for qualification as a fire investigator under NFPA 1033.
Well organized and able to deliver fast, accurate turnaround times.
Able to manage multiple projects and periods of high stress, especially during peak demand.
Hands-on ability to climb ladders and roofs and crawl in tight spaces as needed.
Work assigned projects unless sufficient hazards are identified under company Safety Protocol guidelines and JSA’s.
Meet standards for the pre-employment physical examination.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Team-oriented and service-oriented.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record under company guidelines.
Superior customer service skills.
Conduct business honestly and ethically.
Excellent overall computer skills and ability to meet or exceed company aptitude standards for computer and technical proficiency.
Ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
Willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule during peak demand.
Willingness to work remotely from a home office.
Employee-provided, reliable, accessible high-speed internet at the remote office.
Meet the listed physical requirements, including prolonged standing, lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds, climbing and crawling, reaching, extended motor-vehicle operation, and handling objects.

Nice To Haves

Previous expert testimony or deposition experience.
A degree or some college coursework.
Experience writing detailed investigation reports.
CFI certification through IAAI (listed as preferred).

Responsibilities

Conduct timely field visits to loss sites to investigate fire and explosion cause and origin.
Provide honest, unbiased analysis and consultation regarding fires and explosions.
Conduct field studies and research.
Travel to investigations within a 100-mile radius of the assigned office, and farther when required; undertake occasional overnight travel as needed.
Interact closely with clients and handle sensitive and confidential information.
Write and submit detailed, accurate investigation reports promptly and in accordance with company guidelines.
Communicate timelines and project updates to customers consistently.
Provide expert testimony and/or depositions when needed.
Work a flexible schedule during periods of peak business demand.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Perform other duties assigned by management.