Fire inspector job description
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Fire inspector requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in fire inspector job postings.
Sample fire inspector requirements
- Knowledge of fire codes and regulations
- Experience in fire prevention or suppression
- Ability to conduct fire inspections
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
Sample required fire inspector soft skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Fire inspector job description example 1
City of Rock Hill fire inspector job description
Fire Inspector III
Salary: $47,985 - $66,248 DOQ
Position Type: Full-Time
Close Date: Until Filled
General Description:
The purpose of this class within the organization is to inspect commercial installations for compliance with local, state and federal fire prevention codes and ordinances, and participates in other fire safety programs as assigned.
This class works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Requires an Associate's Degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in fire science and technology or related field.
Requires four years in fire inspection and prevention or closely related experience.
The equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
SC State Fire Marshal Cerification and/or ICC Fire Inspector Certification
Fire and Life Safety Educator Certificate
Fire/Arson Investigation Certificates
Valid Driver's License
CPR and First Responder Training
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Some knowledge of the geographical layout of the City, including streets and principle buildings.
Some knowledge of hazardous materials.
Ability to learn modern principles and techniques of fire prevention and firefighting.
Ability to learn codes and ordinances pertaining to fire prevention and fire safety.
Ability to learn modern fire safety inspection techniques.
Ability to identify and define hazards and recommend effective remedial action.
Ability to conduct harmonious discussions with property owners to persuade them of desired action.
Ability to enforce codes and ordinances firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing; ability to follow written and oral instructions quickly and correctly; demonstrates effective computer skills.
Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
Ability to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Personally demonstrates appropriate customer service skills.
Work is performed onsite. The incumbent must be present at work to perform the essential functions of this job.
Essential Job Functions:
Serves the department as a Fire Inspector; conducts fire safety inspections and conducts certificate of occupancy.
Interprets and enforces pertinent fire prevention codes, laws, and regulations.
Participates in a comprehensive fire inspection program to reveal and rectify fire hazards; personally inspects structures; provides technical advice to collaborate with other City departments.
Plans and presents fire safety education classes for the public and private school system, businesses, civic and community groups, and the general public.
Participates in the smoke detector program with installing and sharing fire safety education material.
Assists primary fire investigators on fire scenes to determine cause and origin of fires; assumes primary investigator role as appointed and deemed necessary by supervisory personnel. Off-duty call-in/rotating schedule is required when serving in this capacity.
Receives and reviews a variety of required reports and related documents.
Participates in fire protection systems acceptance testing, such as fire pumps, clean agents, sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and commercial hood systems.
Attends training, conferences, seminars, and meetings to remain knowledgeable of modern fire prevention and inspection methods, current codes, practices, procedures, maintains required certifications.
Participates in department training activities; serves as instructor for selected in-house training courses.
Prepares and/or processes a variety of documents, including fire prevention inspection records and reports, certificate of occupancy, monthly reports, daily activity reports, diagrams, etc.
Performs all other duties as may be assigned to meet organizational needs.
Note:
Possibility of filling at a lower level depending on certification and experience. Fire Inspector I: $39,486 - $54,496
This Notice is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the job. This is intended only to describe the general nature of the job. A more comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and essential job functions is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), or age.
Salary: $47,985 - $66,248 DOQ
Position Type: Full-Time
Close Date: Until Filled
General Description:
The purpose of this class within the organization is to inspect commercial installations for compliance with local, state and federal fire prevention codes and ordinances, and participates in other fire safety programs as assigned.
This class works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Requires an Associate's Degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in fire science and technology or related field.
Requires four years in fire inspection and prevention or closely related experience.
The equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
SC State Fire Marshal Cerification and/or ICC Fire Inspector Certification
Fire and Life Safety Educator Certificate
Fire/Arson Investigation Certificates
Valid Driver's License
CPR and First Responder Training
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Some knowledge of the geographical layout of the City, including streets and principle buildings.
Some knowledge of hazardous materials.
Ability to learn modern principles and techniques of fire prevention and firefighting.
Ability to learn codes and ordinances pertaining to fire prevention and fire safety.
Ability to learn modern fire safety inspection techniques.
Ability to identify and define hazards and recommend effective remedial action.
Ability to conduct harmonious discussions with property owners to persuade them of desired action.
Ability to enforce codes and ordinances firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
Ability to express ideas clearly, orally and in writing; ability to follow written and oral instructions quickly and correctly; demonstrates effective computer skills.
Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
Ability to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Personally demonstrates appropriate customer service skills.
Work is performed onsite. The incumbent must be present at work to perform the essential functions of this job.
Essential Job Functions:
Serves the department as a Fire Inspector; conducts fire safety inspections and conducts certificate of occupancy.
Interprets and enforces pertinent fire prevention codes, laws, and regulations.
Participates in a comprehensive fire inspection program to reveal and rectify fire hazards; personally inspects structures; provides technical advice to collaborate with other City departments.
Plans and presents fire safety education classes for the public and private school system, businesses, civic and community groups, and the general public.
Participates in the smoke detector program with installing and sharing fire safety education material.
Assists primary fire investigators on fire scenes to determine cause and origin of fires; assumes primary investigator role as appointed and deemed necessary by supervisory personnel. Off-duty call-in/rotating schedule is required when serving in this capacity.
Receives and reviews a variety of required reports and related documents.
Participates in fire protection systems acceptance testing, such as fire pumps, clean agents, sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and commercial hood systems.
Attends training, conferences, seminars, and meetings to remain knowledgeable of modern fire prevention and inspection methods, current codes, practices, procedures, maintains required certifications.
Participates in department training activities; serves as instructor for selected in-house training courses.
Prepares and/or processes a variety of documents, including fire prevention inspection records and reports, certificate of occupancy, monthly reports, daily activity reports, diagrams, etc.
Performs all other duties as may be assigned to meet organizational needs.
Note:
Possibility of filling at a lower level depending on certification and experience. Fire Inspector I: $39,486 - $54,496
This Notice is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the job. This is intended only to describe the general nature of the job. A more comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and essential job functions is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), or age.
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Fire inspector job description example 2
EMCOR Group fire inspector job description
About Us:
S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years.
We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power.
With 12 locations and over 950 employees, including 600 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.
Job Title: Fire Protection Inspector
The primary function of this role is to perform NFPA based inspections of water-based fire systems and fire alarm systems. The Company goal is to continuously grow the revenues of Inspections while maintaining profits, satisfying customer's requirements, and staying compliant with NFPA guidelines.
This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment with a focus towards customer development and support, quality work performance, and an understanding of all the necessary NFPA codes that support each fire system. It will require travel to customer sites.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
Perform basic troubleshooting of wet based fire systems, and describe them to owners and service managers for repairs.
Perform inspections from man lifts at elevations of 30 to 40 feet from ground level, as necessary.
Perform annual inspections on both domestic and fire back flows.
Monitor and assure progress and completion of all assigned tasks.
Complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
Responsible for self-scheduling of daily inspections.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education / Work Experience:
Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, and fire pumps required.
Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on standpipe systems and fire hydrants required.
NICET Level II is required.
Perform NFPA 72 based inspections on fire alarm systems, including all components of those systems a plus.
High school diploma or GED required; vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of the following Fire Protection Systems required: wet, dry, foam, deluge, pre-action, standpipe, fire hydrants, and fire pumps.
Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues required.
Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors or articulating lifts.
Valid driver's license with clean driving record required.
Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET.
Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.
Computer Skills:
Computer Skills: Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years.
We offer our clients significant financial strength, unmatched bonding capability, an award-winning safety program, and large-scale purchasing power.
With 12 locations and over 950 employees, including 600 skilled tradesmen throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and West Virginia, S.A. Comunale can work in virtually every market sector and facility type.
Job Title: Fire Protection Inspector
The primary function of this role is to perform NFPA based inspections of water-based fire systems and fire alarm systems. The Company goal is to continuously grow the revenues of Inspections while maintaining profits, satisfying customer's requirements, and staying compliant with NFPA guidelines.
This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment with a focus towards customer development and support, quality work performance, and an understanding of all the necessary NFPA codes that support each fire system. It will require travel to customer sites.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
Perform basic troubleshooting of wet based fire systems, and describe them to owners and service managers for repairs.
Perform inspections from man lifts at elevations of 30 to 40 feet from ground level, as necessary.
Perform annual inspections on both domestic and fire back flows.
Monitor and assure progress and completion of all assigned tasks.
Complete and submit all work tickets and inspection reports to administrative personnel in a timely manner.
Responsible for self-scheduling of daily inspections.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education / Work Experience:
Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, and fire pumps required.
Perform NFPA 25 based inspections on standpipe systems and fire hydrants required.
NICET Level II is required.
Perform NFPA 72 based inspections on fire alarm systems, including all components of those systems a plus.
High school diploma or GED required; vocational or industry trade school is a plus.
Working knowledge of the operational characteristics of the following Fire Protection Systems required: wet, dry, foam, deluge, pre-action, standpipe, fire hydrants, and fire pumps.
Basic mechanical skills, including the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues required.
Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and scissors or articulating lifts.
Valid driver's license with clean driving record required.
Ability to obtain all required certifications, including NICET.
Able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.
Computer Skills:
Computer Skills: Significant experience with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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Fire inspector job description example 3
Western States Fire Protection fire inspector job description
3-D Fire Protection is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
+ Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
+ Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan)
+ 401(k) Plan
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Paid Holidays
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
The Fire Sprinkler Inspector's duties include testing and inspection of fire sprinkler systems with knowledge of multiple manufacturers' products. We have a need for a self-motivated, customer service-oriented Inspectors with strong written and verbal communication skills. The Inspector will provide accurate and detailed inspections reports with all proper documentation of improvements and complications.
Job Responsibilities
+ Responsible for operating with minimal supervision while performing fire protection inspections
+ Perform routine inspections, testing and services of life safety product lines
+ Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of job
+ Work with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Confirm that work is completed so it can be billed in full)
Job Qualifications
+ Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes is preferred
+ NICET Level II or III preferred
+ Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components
+ Willing to perform testing and maintenance
+ Able to complete documentation as necessary, with or without reasonable accommodation
+ Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
+ Prepared to read and write English clearly
+ Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public
+ Possess a valid driver's license; in accordance with Company policy
+ Willing to pass post-offer drug screen, reference and background check
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
+ Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
+ Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan)
+ 401(k) Plan
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Paid Holidays
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
The Fire Sprinkler Inspector's duties include testing and inspection of fire sprinkler systems with knowledge of multiple manufacturers' products. We have a need for a self-motivated, customer service-oriented Inspectors with strong written and verbal communication skills. The Inspector will provide accurate and detailed inspections reports with all proper documentation of improvements and complications.
Job Responsibilities
+ Responsible for operating with minimal supervision while performing fire protection inspections
+ Perform routine inspections, testing and services of life safety product lines
+ Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of job
+ Work with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Confirm that work is completed so it can be billed in full)
Job Qualifications
+ Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes is preferred
+ NICET Level II or III preferred
+ Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components
+ Willing to perform testing and maintenance
+ Able to complete documentation as necessary, with or without reasonable accommodation
+ Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
+ Prepared to read and write English clearly
+ Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public
+ Possess a valid driver's license; in accordance with Company policy
+ Willing to pass post-offer drug screen, reference and background check
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024