Fire & Life Safety Inspector 2, Risk Management [R0151986]

University of Nevada Las Vegas•Las Vegas, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for the position of Fire & Life Safety Inspector 2 within the Risk Management department. This role is responsible for conducting fire and life safety inspections, preparing reports, ensuring work orders are submitted for documented violations, and coordinating with various fire and safety organizations. The incumbent will also ensure fire protection systems are inspected and tested according to established codes and standards, assist in developing fire/safety plans, and respond to emergencies. Additionally, the position involves conducting fire extinguisher and safety training, attending relevant training opportunities to maintain knowledge, and assisting in the plan review of building and fire protection system drawings. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in fire science, chemistry, environmental science or closely related field which included a minimum of 9 credits in hazardous waste, chemistry, environmental science or toxicology related courses, and one year of experience performing hazardous materials inspections, hazardous materials site remediation, or hazardous materials consultation; OR one year of experience as a Fire & Life Safety Inspector I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Persons offered employment in this series must submit to a pre-employment screening test for controlled substances.
A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting is required.
A valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
For appointment to the Fire & Life Safety Inspector II, certification at the Hazardous Materials Awareness level, issued by the Nevada State Fire Marshal, is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
For appointment to the Fire & Life Safety Inspector II, Certification as a Nevada State Fire Inspector I, National Fire Protection Association Fire Inspector I, or as a Fire Inspector I with the International Code Council is required at time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.
Use Campus Values to guide decisions and actions and demonstrate Rebel spirit.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the CHIMERA fire inspection program with all inspections entered in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial and follow-up fire and life safety inspections.
Prepare written reports and forward them to the State of Nevada Fire Marshal’s Office, Building Proctor, and Fire and Life Safety Manager.
Ensure that work orders are submitted for documented violations.
Conduct site inspections with OSH representative and with State and Local Fire Inspectors.
Assist the FM Fire Shop on the testing and inspection of fire protection systems.
Ensure that all fire protection systems are inspected and tested in accordance with established fire code and standards, properly documented, and deficiencies are corrected.
Conduct follow-up inspections at a reasonable timeframe allowing for corrections to be made.
Prepare weekly reports.
Attend team meetings and local organization meetings to build networking.
Coordinate joint inspections with other organizations such as State Fire Inspectors, Clark County, Las Vegas and Henderson Fire Departments.
Ensure that facilities and buildings have current evacuation and fire/safety plans.
Ensure that required evacuation/fire drills are conducted and documented.
Assist in the development of the fire/safety plans.
Witness evacuation drills and record all drills when conducted.
Assist in plan review of building and fire protection system drawings.
Respond to emergencies involving fire, explosions, or hazardous materials incidents.
Conduct fire extinguishers and safety training.
Attend training opportunities maintaining education and knowledge related to fire and life safety such as building construction, fire protection systems, plan review, public education and fire inspection techniques.