Fire Inspector

Fire Inspector# Fire InspectorTomball, TX 77375## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Fire InspectorThe City of Tomball is accepting applications for a **Fire Inspector** the role will responsible for performing routine and proactive commercial building inspections to identify hazards, verify fire protection system compliance, and educate property owners and related stakeholders on locally adopted life-safety codes and ordinances. **Fire Inspector** **functions** **include but are not limited to the following:*** **Technical Inspections:** Conducts field inspections of new commercial, multi-family, and industrial structures to verify alignment with adopted fire codes (e.g., International Fire Code and applicable NFPA Standards).* **Plan Reviews:** Conducts plans review for new construction, alterations and additions.* **System Testing Verification:** Observes and documents acceptance testing for fire alarms, automatic sprinkler systems and other fire protection systems.* **Hazard Abatement:**Identifies fire hazards and unsafe buildings, determines legally enforceable correction timelines, and performs re-inspections.* Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.| || --- || **Success Framework.** The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role. |* Knowledge of fire code enforcement practices and procedures.* Skill in effective oral and written communications.* Possess strong problem soving and decision making skills* Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns* Proficient in using computers and related hardware and software.* Ability to exercise sound judgment and rational thinking under stressful and/or dangerous circumstances.* Ability to evaluate various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action.* Ability to read and understand applicable ordinances, laws, and regulations affecting all methods, equipment, and materials used.* Ability to interpret plans and specifications to detect deviations in applicable fire and life safety codes.* Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.| || --- || **Work Environment** or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. |* May be required to work in multi-story structures or dangerous conditions.* May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.* May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.* May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.* Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock and other electrical hazards.| || --- || **\* Physical Abilities.** The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. | * Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.* Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.* Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.* Work requires the ability to climb and balance.* Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.* Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.* Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors* Must be able to lift up to50 pounds.* Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.* Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.**SALARY:*** **Hiring range** - $56,035- $58,837**($26.94 - $28.29)*** **Salary range -**$56,035 - $84,053**\*\***Salary is dependent on qualifications and certifications**\*\***## Qualifications| || --- || **Education and Experience** – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. |**Education** High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent from an accredited educational institution**Experience**3-5 years' experience in fire code compliance, building construction inspection, active fire services or related work experience.**Certifications** ICC Certified Fire Inspector I Preferred: ICC Certified Fire Inspector II and ICC Certified Fire Plans Examiner **Licensing**Texas Class C Driver’s License #J-18808-Ljbffr