Fire Protection Field Representative

Verisk Analytics•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Verisk Analytics is seeking a Fire Protection Field Representative in the Nashville, TN area to conduct fire protection ratings through detailed field studies and client consultations. This role involves analyzing fire department resources, water supply systems, and building information to assess community hazard mitigation, while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience preferred.
One year of experience in fire/property insurance, fire protection services or engineering.
Field experience performing detailed analyses preferred.
Satisfactory completion of prescribed in-house training or equivalent required.
Demonstrated ability to perform all field work assignments at this grade level.
Ability to observe, examine, measure, analyze, map, gather data, and describe all aspects of a community’s fire protection capability.
Ability to safely operate a vehicle to and from all sites.
Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs.
Regular climbing of stairs and ladders.
Working in all types of neighborhoods and environments.
May be necessary to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time.
Good customer service and one-on-one interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate ideas and concepts clearly and provide constructive feedback.
Ability to conduct on-the-job training.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to conduct public speaking engagements on discipline to groups of all sizes.
Adequate technical proficiency and communication skills to represent Verisk in trade group settings.
Knowledge and experience resulting in demonstrated proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft applications.
Valid driver’s license and maintenance of satisfactory driving record in accordance with company policies.

Nice To Haves

Field experience performing detailed analyses

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive studies of communications resources and procedures relating to dispatch of fire alarms.
Analyze fire department equipment, staffing, training and geographic distribution.
Analyze water supply networks, including hydraulic analysis of water system capability.
Analyze building information pertaining to PPC requirements.
Complete verifications in the office and in the field and plan trips to ensure efficient, cost-effective and timely completion of work.
Conduct studies to determine complex and moderately complex community hazard mitigation gradings as assigned and prepare appropriate reports in accordance with corporate standards.
Assist in coordinating meetings with local officials in small group and/or workshop formats and may offer information or advice as requested.
Provide customer support for Verisk products through on-site visits as needed.
Serve as a mentor and trainer to less experienced staff as needed.
Maintain corporate standards of quality, timeliness, productivity and customer service.
Maintain CHM equipment and supplies in accordance with Verisk policies.