Fire Protection Inspector
About The Position
The Fire Protection Inspector (FPI) must be able to perform emergency response duties including firefighting, HAZMAT, technical rescue and emergency medical calls; and participate in drills and training exercises, as well as other fire prevention activities relating to firefighting and fire control, as assigned. Drives and operates a specially equipped fire apparatus and operates power equipment designed for emergency response including centrifugal pumps, foam apparatus, and booster tanks as the situation may require. Performs systems inspection, testing, and maintenance on fixed fire detection and suppression systems, including fire hydrants, fire barrier components, and portable fire extinguishers, and performs building fire inspections in accordance with established criteria and procedures. Participation in the Beryllium Worker and Asbestos Programs may be required for facility access or based on job assignment. The FPI works under the direction of a fire captain and/or battalion chief following standard operating guidelines, procedures, and training applicable to the particular task or job assignment.
Requirements
- Current Firefighter II certification from the State of Tennessee Commission on Firefighting
- Active member of a fire department providing continuing training
- Valid TN Class D Operators License with an F endorsement
- State of Tennessee Advanced Emergency Medical Technician license
- High school diploma or GED
- Meet the physical, medical, fit for duty, mask-fitting, and drug-screening requirements for firefighters
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy security clearance
- U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants
Nice To Haves
- State of Tennessee Paramedic license
- Hazardous Materials Technician certification
- Entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA)
- Participation in the HRP
- Completion of a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10 CRF 709
Responsibilities
- Perform emergency response duties including firefighting, HAZMAT, technical rescue and emergency medical calls
- Participate in drills and training exercises
- Perform other fire prevention activities relating to firefighting and fire control, as assigned
- Drive and operate a specially equipped fire apparatus
- Operate power equipment designed for emergency response including centrifugal pumps, foam apparatus, and booster tanks
- Perform systems inspection, testing, and maintenance on fixed fire detection and suppression systems, including fire hydrants, fire barrier components, and portable fire extinguishers
- Perform building fire inspections in accordance with established criteria and procedures
- Participate in the Beryllium Worker and Asbestos Programs may be required for facility access or based on job assignment
- Work under the direction of a fire captain and/or battalion chief following standard operating guidelines, procedures, and training applicable to the particular task or job assignment
Benefits
- Medical plan
- Prescription drug plan
- Vision plan
- Dental plan
- Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Education reimbursement
- Onsite workout facilities
- Onsite cafeterias
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
