Fire Safety Specialist II
State of Utah Office of the Governor•Sandy, UT
•$33 - $48•Onsite
About The Position
The Fire Safety Specialist II works for the Utah Department of Public Safety in an in-office, on-site position in Sandy, Utah. The role administers the safe cigarette program; oversees licensing and certification of fire extinguisher companies and technicians; conducts fire safety inspections; and supports kitchen hood systems. The position also performs certification testing, company inspections, plan reviews, training, technical assistance, and compliance work statewide. Applicants must successfully pass a criminal history check. No drug test is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Valid Utah driver's license.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Five years of experience as a firefighter.
Nice To Haves
- Inspector I qualification.
- Experience in the fire suppression industry.
- Preference may be given to current Utah Department of Public Safety employees.
Responsibilities
- Conduct weekly certification and renewal testing for licensed technicians who operate fire extinguishers and automatic fire suppression systems or perform kitchen exhaust cleaning, in coordination with licensed companies in the state.
- Conduct annual inspections of companies operating in fire extinguisher, automatic fire suppression system, and kitchen exhaust cleaning fields throughout the state and surrounding communities.
- Certify cigarettes sold in the state for compliance with fire-safe cigarette requirements.
- Issue food truck stickers to local fire departments and teach current safety practices for food truck operation and inspection.
- Approve plans for automatic fire suppression systems in new or remodeled state buildings, universities, colleges, and schools.
- Change, rewrite, and update tests used to certify new technicians.
- Work with Utah Interactive on the development of online testing.
- Maintain positive relationships and customer service between industry and customers.
- Prepare cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, agency rules, standards, and guidelines.
- Provide consultation, recommendations, advice, and assistance with decision-making.
- Provide technical assistance on agency issues, services, programs, and computer hardware and software.
- Deliver presentations, stand-up training, or instruction to staff, management, clients, or the public.
- Administer the safe cigarette program.
- Oversee licensing and certification of fire extinguisher companies and technicians.
- Conduct general fire safety inspections and work with kitchen hood systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Full benefits package eligibility.
- Job stability within a well-established organization.
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
- Meaningful work benefiting the community.
- Supportive work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
