Fire Inspector

Position Summary: Inspects, educates, and enforces federal, state, local, Port Houston tariff, and Port Houston fire codes. Coordinates with specialty contractor's annual and required inspections of fire pumps, fire hose, fire ladders, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, cascade systems, and SCBA. Creates reports for fire hydrant and fire extinguisher inspections.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:
Ensure adequate preventative measures are being taken to minimize threat of harm to Port Houston, its users, tenants and visitors
Lead routine inspections for new and existing buildings and fire protection systems to ensure local ordinances and state laws pertaining to fire and life safety are maintained
Conduct and oversee monthly fire extinguishers and fire hydrant inspections and testing
Conduct and oversee annual fire extinguisher inspections with certified outside contractor
Ensure all fire pumps are inspected and tested annually, and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
Ensure all SCBAs are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
Ensure all Cascade Systems are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
Ensure all fire hose and ladders are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
Monitor Hot Work within Port Houston; ensure compliance
Monitor hazardous cargo placement on the terminal and insure placement and segregation in accordance with Port Houston regulations
Prepare pre-fire plans and conduct building inspections
Conduct fire drills and training at Port Houston facilities
Meet with other departments on projects or leases regarding fire protection
Enforce state, local, tariff, and Port Houston fire code
Work with the Fire Chief and Fire Training Officer in development of annual budget for inspection and fire prevention activities
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as required

Education/Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required
3+ years of related firefighting experience required

License/Certification:
A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
Fire Officer I certification preferred
TCFP Structural Firefighter basic certification required
TCFP Hazardous Materials Technician certification required
TCFP Marine Firefighter basic certifications required
TCFP Fire Inspector required
Emergency Medical Technician basic required
A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:
Working knowledge names and location of Port Houston facilities and buildings including accesses and exits, driving lanes, docks, facility cranes of all types, auxiliary fire pumps, and like amenities of any tenant utilizing Port Houston property and under our response jurisdiction
Knowledge of Port Houston tariffs and USCG requirements
Knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations
Knowledge of NFPA 14: Portable fire extinguishers
Knowledge of Fire Code 2012
Knowledge of industrial processes and emergency response
Knowledge of fire boat operations and marine firefighting
Knowledge of correct passing criteria for equipment
Knowledge of marketing and financial planning
Ability to keep required certifications
Oral and written communications skills
Scheduling and time management skills
Organization skills
Situational awareness skills
Ability to work as a team
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Considered essential employees and may be required to work on holidays, evenings, nights, and be immediately recalled for emergencies at any time. They must remain available and "on call" 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, dependent on emergency

Key Competencies Required:
Contributing to Team Success
Effective Communication
Managing Work Safety Awareness
Dependable Follow Through
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.

To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged.