Fire Systems Inspector - Moreno Valley

The County of Riverside Fire Department is seeking applications for a Fire Systems Inspector to support the Moreno Valley location. The Fire Systems Inspector performs fire and life safety inspections of existing facilities and structures under construction, inspects various fire protection systems and features for compliance with the California Fire and Building Code, adopts standards issue of notices, and handles other related duties as required. The Fire Systems Inspector class is responsible for fire safety inspections and will work independently in performing field and office duties under the general supervision of an Assistant Fire Marshal. Incumbents perform routine inspection and compliance work while acquiring training and skills necessary to perform the full range of technical inspection activities. Work is initially subject to detailed and frequent review that lessens as more experience is gained. Responsibilities Inspect assigned building and development projects for conformance with applicable laws, codes and regulations relating to fire protection and life safety; conduct special inspections and investigations of existing structures as they relate to fire and life safety code compliance; inspect special events, temporary structures, and pyrotechnic sales and displays for conformance with applicable laws. Witness and/or certify the installation and testing of specialized fire protection systems that include, but are not limited to, private underground fire main systems, hood duct or suppression systems, fire sprinklers, standpipe systems, self‑contained high‑rise systems, fire alarm systems, and other specialized equipment and systems. Perform annual business and multi‑family residential fire inspections; may perform annual fire and life safety clearance inspections of facilities licensed for public care, such as hospitals, residential care facilities, and childcare centers; prepare and issue notices of correction, notices of violation, and may issue fire code permit and other compliance or informational documents in accordance with the California Fire Code. Prepare and maintain records and reports of properties in compliance or violation of fire safety laws and regulations. Qualifications Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. Experience: One year performing fire safety inspections, building construction inspections, hazard reduction and abatement inspections, plans examination, or fire suppression. 15 semester units or 22 quarter units from an accredited college or university in fire protection may be substituted for the required experience. Knowledge of: Technical knowledge of codes and standards; fire safety protection systems; methods and procedures related to fire prevention; applicable fire, life safety and building codes; code requirements as they relate to construction for fire protection and fire apparatus access. Ability to: Read and interpret construction plans and specifications and prepare accurate reports; interpret codes and regulations for the public; establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public; effectively communicate in both verbal and written form; operate standard office equipment and systems to retrieve and enter data; make public presentations. Desired: Completion of the California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector series courses 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D. Other Requirements License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. Completion of the California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, or the International Code Council Fire Inspector I Certification, or equivalents within one year. #J-18808-Ljbffr