Fire Inspector

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Inspects, educates, and enforces federal, state, local, Port Houston tariff, and Port Houston fire codes. Coordinates with specialty contractor’s annual and required inspections of fire pumps, fire hose, fire ladders, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, cascade systems, and SCBA. Creates reports for fire hydrant and fire extinguisher inspections.

• Ensure adequate preventative measures are being taken to minimize threat of harm to Port Houston, its users, tenants and visitors
• Lead routine inspections for new and existing buildings and fire protection systems to ensure local ordinances and state laws pertaining to fire and life safety are maintained
• Conduct and oversee monthly fire extinguishers and fire hydrant inspections and testing
• Conduct and oversee annual fire extinguisher inspections with certified outside contractor
• Ensure all fire pumps are inspected and tested annually, and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
• Ensure all SCBAs are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
• Ensure all Cascade Systems are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
• Ensure all fire hose and ladders are tested and inspected according to state regulations and be able to provide such documentation upon request for review
• Monitor Hot Work within Port Houston; ensure compliance
• Monitor hazardous cargo placement on the terminal and insure placement and segregation in accordance with Port Houston regulations
• Prepare pre-fire plans and conduct building inspections
• Conduct fire drills and training at Port Houston facilities
• Meet with other departments on projects or leases regarding fire protection
• Enforce state, local, tariff, and Port Houston fire code
• Work with the Fire Chief and Fire Training Officer in development of annual budget for inspection and fire prevention activities
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required
• 3+ years of related firefighting experience required

• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
• Fire Officer I certification preferred
• TCFP Structural Firefighter basic certification required
• TCFP Hazardous Materials Technician certification required
• TCFP Marine Firefighter basic certifications required
• TCFP Fire Inspector required
• Emergency Medical Technician basic required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

• Working knowledge names and location of Port Houston facilities and buildings including accesses and exits, driving lanes, docks, facility cranes of all types, auxiliary fire pumps, and like amenities of any tenant utilizing Port Houston property and under our response jurisdiction
• Knowledge of Port Houston tariffs and USCG requirements
• Knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations
• Knowledge of NFPA 14:
  Portable fire extinguishers
• Knowledge of Fire Code 2012
• Knowledge of industrial processes and emergency response
• Knowledge of fire boat operations and marine firefighting
• Knowledge of correct passing criteria for equipment
• Knowledge of marketing and financial planning
• Ability to keep required certifications
• Oral and written communications skills
• Scheduling and time management skills
• Organization skills
• Situational awareness skills
• Ability to work as a team
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Considered essential employees and may be required to work on holidays, evenings, nights, and be immediately recalled for emergencies at any time. They must remain available and "on call" 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, dependent on emergency