Fire Inspector

Position Summary

This is a technical and specialized field and office work in fire prevention. Work involves responsibility for enforcement of local and State fire safety codes, laws, and ordinances, and includes inspection of commercial properties to ensure compliance and fire and life safety education. Work is performed under general supervision, according to established guidelines, and is reviewed by the Assistant Chief.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts inspections of building premises and building structures for fire hazards and conformance with fire prevention laws and standards

Maintains a continuing and thorough knowledge of fire safety codes

Interprets and/or explains fire safety codes and other related ordinances

Assists in processing certificates of occupancy for business, industrial and institutional types.

Conducts commercial plan reviews

Interacts with engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure code compliance

Inspects and tests installation and maintenance of fire protection equipment, automatic fire extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems and associated devices

Represents the City in the community and at public education events

Issues corrective orders and citations for fire code violations, consults with and advises occupants regarding appropriate corrective action

Enters inspection results into computerized database to complete inspection reports

Maintains a variety of data and records regarding fire prevention activities

Prepares reports and documentation of individual activities and maintains appropriate files, as required

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities; education and/or experience; and certificates or licenses required in order to fill the position.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of fire safety, fire prevention codes, laws, codes, and ordinances

Skill in public relations and dealing effectively with people

Ability to read blueprints

Ability to recognize a fire hazard

Ability to apply fire safety codes and ordinances and to enforce all regulations tactfully, firmly, and impartially.

Ability to speak and write effectively.

Ability to compile and submit clear and concise reports.

Ability to use equipment and measuring devices as they relate to testing fire protection features

High School diploma or general education diploma (GED) and six (6) months experience in fire inspection, fire prevention or related field or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Some college course work or degree preferred

A combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted at the City Manager's discretion.

Possession of State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license and must be insurable by the City's current insurance provider

National Incident Management System (NIMS) training will be required according to the job duties and responsibilities within one (1) year of employment

Possession of State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector II Certification

Possession of State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector III Certification

N/A

Essential Physical Abilities

Code:

Constant = 2/3 or more of the time

Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time

N/A = Not applicable

Physical Skills - Constant - Frequent - Occasional - N/A

Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) - X

Moderate lifting (15 to 44 lbs.) - X

Light lifting (under 15 lbs.) - X

Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over) - X

Moderate carrying (14 to 44 lbs.) - X

Light carrying (under 15 lbs.) - X

Reaching above shoulder - X

Use of fingers - X

Both hands required - X

Climbing (use of legs and arms) - X

Climbing (legs only) - X

Good near vision - X

Good distant vision - X

Both eyes required - X

Depth perception - X

Distinguishing basic colors - X

Distinguishing shades of colors - X

Good hearing (with or without hearing aid) - X

Straight pulling - X

Pulling hand over hand - X

Pushing - X

Walking - X

Standing - X

Crawling - X

Kneeling - X

Bending - X

Balancing - X

Stooping - X

Jumping - X

Running - X

Throwing - X

Driving (cars, small vans, pick-ups, etc.) - X

Driving & operating (heavy equip., trucks, etc.) - X

Other

Code: Constant = 2/3 or more of the time Frequent = from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Occasional = up to 1/3 of the time N/A = Not applicable

Environment - Constant - Frequent - Occasional - N/A

Work Inside - X

Work Outside - X

In the Heat - X

In the Cold - X

In High Humidity - X

In Dampness or Chilliness - X

In Dry Conditions - X

In or with Noisy Conditions - X

In Darkness - X

In or with Dusty Conditions - X

With Silica, Asbestos, etc. - X

With Fumes or Gases - X

With Smoke or Flames - X

With Chemicals - X

With Solvents - X

With Grease or Oils - X

With Radiant Energy - X

With Electrical Energy - X

On Slippery Surfaces - X

On Uneven Surfaces - X

In or With Moving Objects - X

In or With Ladders/Scaffolding - X

At Heights above Ground Level - X

Below Ground Level - X

In Water - X

With Explosives - X

With Poor Ventilation - X

With Odors - X

With Unusual Fatigue Factors - X

Other Relevant Information: - X