Firefighter/Inspector II Job Chaska area,Minnesota USA,Government

The City of Chaska is looking for a Firefighter/Inspector. There are two main functions for this position, rental inspections and responding to emergency calls. The Firefighter/Inspector enforces local codes on all rental properties in Chaska and have thorough knowledge of state and local codes. This position conducts fire safety and prevention education programs in the community, assists the Fire Marshal with new construction plan reviews and inspections, and assists with fire investigations as needed.

All employees are expected to contribute to the success of our organization by demonstrating the shared expectations:
Customer Focus, Flexibility, Initiative, Results Orientation, Public Stewardship, Teamwork, and Integrity.

This position will fill the Firefighter/Inspector I or Firefighter/Inspector II vacancy, depending on qualifications. The Firefighter/Inspector I conducts fire safety and prevention education programs in the community and assist the Fire Mashal with new construction plan reviews and inspections. This role requires the Minnesota State Certification of Firefighter I/Hazmat Ops, and Firefighter II by the MFSCB. The Firefighter/Inspector II will conduct fire safety and prevention education programs and may conduct new construction plan reviews and inspections and will assist or conduct fire investigations as assigned.

Respond to calls for any fire, medical, rescue, or other call for service.

Attend and actively participate in all required fire department and outside trainings to maintain and improve knowledge, skills, abilities, and maintain certifications.

Participate in the CFD Duty Crew program and meet all requirements and expectations.

Conduct fire and life safety inspections on all rental properties and commercial buildings in Chaska to identify safety hazards and to determine code compliance.

Assist in investigating issues related to unwanted fire alarms.

Lead and assist the Fire Marshal in reviewing plans, construction documents, and inspections to ensure they meet fire code, city ordinances, and state and federal construction codes.

Coordinate department programs and assist with the preparation of special events.

Provide data entry into the Minnesota Fire District incident reporting systems (First Due and Smart Gov) including calls for service, locations, and activities, including regular duty crew hours, and other payroll entries line programs.

Serve as the technical resource for NERIS fire reporting, pre-plans, fire scheduler, and other CFD RMS programs.

Additional duties may include: scheduling and coordination of training for other department staff, research and administration of equipment and supplies, assisting with community event planning for Fire Department, creating and maintaining reports for Administration.

Lead/assist with fire investigations as appropriate and as assigned by the Fire Marshal.

Participate in 8 hours of approved, annual outside Inspector-related continuing education.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required

Education and Experience

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Valid, unrestricted Minnesota driver’s license
Minnesota State Certification of Firefighter I, Hazmat Ops, and Firefighter II by the MFSCB

Firefighter/Inspector II Additional Requirements

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification
Minnesota Firefighter License
Must possess Minnesota State Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) Certification or be a current Chaska FAO.
Current Fire Inspector II / Inspector Certification, issued by MFSCB (or equivalent)
Completion of Sprinkler plan review class including at least 2 days of hydraulic calculations.
Coursework in MN State Fire Marshal's Fire Investigation Part I course or International Association of Arson…

Firefighter​/Inspector II

Firefighter/Inspector II