Firefighter/Inspector I

City of Chaska•Chaska Fire Department, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the City of Chaska's Fire Department as a Firefighter/Inspector I. This role plays a vital role in protecting the Chaska community through rental property inspections, code enforcement, and emergency response. This position conducts inspections of rental properties to ensure compliance with local and state fire and safety codes, provides fire prevention and safety education, and responds to emergency calls as needed. The role also supports the Fire Marshal with construction plan reviews, inspections, and fire investigations. All employees are expected to contribute to the success of our organization by demonstrating the shared expectations: Customer Focus, Flexibility, Initiative, Results Orientation, Public Stewardship, Teamwork, and Integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Valid, unrestricted Minnesota driver’s license
Minnesota State Certification of Firefighter I, Hazmat Ops, and Firefighter II by the MFSCB
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
Minnesota Firefighter License, issued by MBFTE, or the ability to obtain upon hire.
Must possess Minnesota State Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) Certification or be a current Chaska FAO. Individuals hired without Minnesota State FAO certification must obtain the certification within 12 months of hire.
Current Fire Inspector I / Inspector Certification, issued by MFSCB, or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Current Chaska Right Front Seat (RFS) or ability to obtain this designation within 12 months of hire
Current Fire Inspector II Certification, issued by MFSCB
Current Plans Examiner Certification, issued by MFSCB, or the ability to obtain certification within 12 months of hire
Blue Card certification

Responsibilities

Respond to calls for any fire, medical, rescue, or other call for service.
Attend and actively participate in all required fire department and outside trainings to maintain and improve knowledge, skills, abilities, and maintain certifications.
Participate in the CFD Duty Crew program and meet all requirements and expectations.
Conduct fire and life safety inspections on all rental properties and commercial buildings in Chaska to identify safety hazards and to determine code compliance.
Assist in investigating issues related to unwanted fire alarms.
Assist the Fire Marshal in reviewing plans, construction documents, and inspections to ensure they meet fire code, city ordinances, and state and federal construction codes.
Coordinate department programs and assist with the preparation of special events.
Provide data entry into the Minnesota Fire District incident reporting systems (FirstDue and SmartGov) including calls for service, locations, and activities, including regular duty crew hours, and other payroll entries line programs.
Serve as the technical resource for NERIS fire reporting, pre-plans, fire scheduler, and other CFD RMS programs.
Additional duties may include: scheduling and coordination of training for other department staff, research and administration of equipment and supplies, assisting with community event planning for Fire Department, creating and maintaining reports for Administration.
Participate in 8 hours of approved, annual outside Inspector-related continuing education.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.