Fire Inspector/Investigator I

Under limited supervision, coordinates and implements fire prevention and education programs and activities; conducts thorough fire and life safety inspections and provides construction and site plan review. Performs related work as required.

Essential Functions
Assists in establishing policies and procedures for the Fire Inspection/Prevention Division of the Fire/Rescue Department. Reviews plats, site plans, construction plans, architectural drawings, engineering plans and shop drawings for compliance with all applicable fire codes and regulations and for hydrant locations. Conducts thorough fire and life safety inspections on new construction and existing buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable fire codes and regulations. Conducts inspections for Occupational licensing/licensing removal and for Certificates of Occupancy. Calculates fire flow requirements for commercial buildings; witnesses fire flow performance tests prior to issuance of Certificates of Occupancy. Inspects buildings and properties for hazardous materials. May conduct origin and fire investigations if qualified and approved by the Fire Chief. Conducts above-ground and below-ground flammable liquid tank inspections. Conducts fire inspections for special events; requests stand-by firefighters for events as directed. Prepares written plan review/inspection reports as required, noting any code violations and recommending revisions as necessary. Prepares violation notices and citations to appear before the Code Enforcement Board as necessary. Prepares cases for and provides testimony before the Code Enforcement Board. Responds to public complaints regarding potential code violations. Operates a two-way radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines. Researches and interprets Fire Codes. Updates code books; provides input/guidance in the development of related local ordinances and regulations. Meets with developers, contractors, engineers, architects, the public to provide guidance and information concerning code compliance procedures. Issues various permits and performs related inspections. Coordinates, implements and participates in special events promoting fire prevention/fire education; attends community meetings concerning fire safety. Conducts public fire safety education talks with school, community and civic organizations. Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for fire prevention operations; attends meetings, conferences and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate. Operates a vehicle, calculator, computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.; uses drafting instruments, gauges, measuring devices, tools, etc., for inspections and plan reviews. Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests. Performs general administrative/office work, including but not limited to attending meetings, reviewing mail and literature, preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED, six (6) years of experience in fire inspections/plan review/code enforcement, current Fire Inspector I certification, Fire Inspector II certification preferred, valid state driver's license

Salary: $28.28 - $46.35 Hourly