Fire Inspector

Job Description:

Fire Inspector

Description

Job Summary

Greenville Fire/Rescue seeks a highly motivated, experienced professional to serve as Fire Inspector. The purpose of this position is to perform protective service work in fire prevention, education, investigation, and fire codes, as well as assist with emergency preparation and inspections.

Hiring salary range: $58,240.00 - $71,115.20, depending on qualifications
Full salary range: $58,240.00 - $83,969.60

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time. First review of applications will begin on September 30, 2024.

Examples of Duties

Maintains Code Requirements

• Inspects commercial, industrial, business, school, and other buildings, investigating reports and complaints.
• Keeps thorough records of reports.
• Locates fire code violations.
• Checks for accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
• Ensures buildings are in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
• Evaluates evacuation procedures.

Educates the Public

• Prepares and delivers lectures and informative classes, providing hands-on training.
• Updates civic organizations, homeowners' associations, and construction groups on the current qualifications for fire codes and safety regulations.

Investigates Fires

• Collects evidence, determines cause and origin of fire, questions witnesses, and testifies in court.
• Attends training classes on new techniques and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by courses in fire prevention or a related field; and
• NC Standard Prevention Certification or be pre-qualified by the NC Department of Insurance to attain a Standard Fire Prevention Certification at hire ; and
• Three years of experience in fire prevention or a closely related field.

• NC Certified Fire/Arson Investigator preferred but not required.
• NC Fire & Life Safety Educator Level I Certification must be obtained within 24 months of employment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• the types of industrial and commercial operations in the City and the hazards typical of each.
• the methods of readily ascertaining the presence of existing or potential fire hazards.
• the sources and use of information about current fire prevention developments.
• the laws and regulations covering fire prevention.
• building construction, flammable liquids, and electricity.
• the modern principles and techniques of fire prevention, including inspection, hazards, and elimination of dangerous conditions.
• the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• principles and processes for providing customer service.

Ability to:

• understand the ways fires travel and proper methods to trace the point of origin of a fire.
• recognize hazards and exercise safety precautions to avoid injury to self and others.
• speak clearly so others can understand you.
• make detailed drawings and conduct investigations as to the cause(s) of fires.
• prepare and submit clear and concise reports.
• communicate effectively in both written and oral fashion.
• analyze and interpret construction and development plans, drawings, and other documents to assure compliance with codes and ordinances for fire protection.
• deal courteously and authoritatively with the public.
• enforce rules, regulations, and policies firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other City employees, community organizations, other agencies, and the general public.
• operate assigned equipment, including computer equipment and various software packages.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Special Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
• CPR Certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

Salary:

$58,240.00 Annually