Fire Inspector

Under the general supervision of the LBNL Fire Marshal/Managing Fire Protection Engineer, you will deliver fire and life safety services across the main site and off-site locations. You will apply fire protection principles to develop and implement prevention programs that reduce injury and property loss, using technical expertise to analyze issues and resolve complex problems.

You will ensure compliance with DOE Contract 31 and fire protection requirements, as well as applicable OSHA, NFPA, California Building Standards Code, EPA, and other regulations. Key duties involve conducting fire inspections, managing system maintenance and impairments, closing code violations, and overseeing permits and safety reviews.

All Office of the Fire Marshal staff support emergency response. This role requires 24/7 recall and may involve extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as part of the Lab's Critical Incident Management Group.

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Why join Berkeley Lab?

We invest in our employees by offering a total rewards package you can count on:

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
• Opportunities to grow in your career - check out our Tuition Assistance Program
• A culture where you'll belong - we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
• Pet insurance

You will:

• Supports fire and life safety compliance across all LBNL buildings by assisting with inspections, documenting deficiencies, and ensuring corrective actions are completed. Participates in operational permitting, fire extinguisher oversight, and inspection/testing/maintenance (ITM) of fire protection systems, including reviewing vendor reports and coordinating fixes. Assists with plan reviews, construction inspections, and commissioning to verify compliance with DOE orders and fire/building codes.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and communications; collaborates with Facilities, EHS, and external stakeholders to implement fire protection programs and meet regulatory requirements. Tracks corrective actions to closure and supports development of policies and procedures. Contributes to assessments and stays current on fire prevention practices.
• Provides support to emergency planning and response, including participation in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), updating building pre-plans, and serving in an on-call Emergency Response Organization (ERO) role as needed.

Requirements:

• 1+ year technical knowledge/experience in functional specialty closely aligned with relevant programs (fire inspection, fire prevention education, code enforcement)
• Documented progress towards Fire Inspector 1 OR NICET Level 1 in Fire Alarm OR NICET Level 1 Fire Sprinkler system, or equivalent by nationally recognized testing and certification agency (Please upload relevant documentation material)
• Ability to achieve and maintain specialized working knowledge of UC, LBNL, BSO, DOE, and State Fire Marshal policies, procedures, and requirements as related to fire protection program planning and management.
• Basic knowledge in the areas of: fire protection program planning and management; fire alarm and detection systems; building design review for fire and life safety systems; inspection, testing, and maintenance procedures for fire alarm and water-based suppression systems; hot work and other operational permits; fire prevention training; and fire response protocols and procedures.
• Experience writing administrative reports demonstrating technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply professional judgment, initiative and problem-solving skills within procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and common business and electronic mail applications.
• Ability to successfully interact and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• The work is approximately 30-40% sedentary and is accomplished while the employee is comfortably seated at a desk or table. Other required physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, working on ladders or elevated surfaces, lifting up to 20 pounds, crawling and similar activities are required in the conduct of building inspections, verification activities, and in response to field events and emergencies.
• In the performance of field inspections, evaluations, and incident scenes, may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as helmet, masks, eye protection, hearing protection, reflective safety clothing, and protective footwear.

Desired skills/knowledge:

• Knowledge of basic plan review requirements of Building and Fire…