Fire Protection Inspector

U.S. Marine Corps • Twentynine Palms, CA

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer, and actual vacancies may or may not be filled. Applicants must follow the flyer’s “How to Apply” directions to be considered. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer.

The Fire Protection Inspector develops and completes fire prevention inspections and educational programs. The role includes inspecting highly fire-prone post and range facilities, including mission-related facilities, and inspecting and testing installed fire protection systems such as automatic heat and smoke detection systems and dry chemical extinguishers. The inspector determines whether special work projects may proceed based on whether fire hazards exist or have been eliminated, and reviews facility alteration and extension requests, recommending changes to ensure compliance with fire prevention requirements.

This is a Mission Essential position. The employee must support continuity of operations and completion of tasks designated essential to the mission. The position may require an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays, overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours. The employee must wear personal protective equipment throughout the work shift and meet physical requirements that include lifting up to 100 pounds and climbing ladders up to 100 feet.

The job has GS-07 and GS-08 qualification levels. Education is not a qualification requirement. The position is subject to Department of Defense Priority Placement Program procedures, and several vacancies may be filled. Federal employment benefits are described generally; specific eligibility depends on the position and employment status.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit and, for new Department of the Navy employees, successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana; employees are subject to random testing.
• Must possess a current valid U.S. driver's license and obtain and maintain a Government Emergency Vehicle Operators License within 90 days of employment.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET security clearance before entering on duty.
• Must successfully complete pre-appointment and annual physical examinations.
• GS-08: Must possess current Fire Inspector I and II, HAZMAT Awareness, NREMT/CA EMT, and Public Fire and Life Safety Educator certifications.
• GS-07: Must possess current Fire Inspector I and NREMT/CA EMT certifications.
• Must meet applicable Department of Defense certification requirements.
• Candidates for firefighter positions must not have reached their 37th birthday by appointment date, subject to stated exceptions and waivers.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and climb ladders up to 100 feet.
• GS-07: Must be available for an uncommon tour that may include nights, weekends, and holidays; overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours may be required.
• GS-07: Must wear personal protective equipment, including helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes, continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• GS-08: Must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-07, including inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire protection equipment; detecting hazards and providing corrective action; properly storing and handling combustible and hazardous materials; investigating fire origin, causes, and spread; and training fire department personnel and external customers.
• GS-07: Must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-06, including inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire protection equipment; detecting hazards and providing corrective action; properly storing and handling combustible and hazardous materials; and investigating fire origin, causes, and spread.
• Must meet any pre-employment requirements and attend scheduled appointments; a tentative offer may be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• Candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the U.S. Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and complete fire prevention inspections and educational programs.
• Inspect fire-prone post and range facilities, including mission-related facilities.
• Inspect and test installed fire protection systems, including automatic heat detection, automatic smoke detection, and dry chemical extinguishers.
• Determine whether special work projects may be permitted based on the presence or elimination of fire hazards.
• Review requests to alter or extend existing facilities and recommend changes or additions to ensure compliance with fire prevention requirements.
• For GS-08, provide training to fire department personnel and external fire department customers.
• Support continuity of operations and complete duties designated essential to the mission.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed