Fire Inspector

Inspects new construction fire protection systems and performs annual inspections enforcing fire codes and City ordinances; provides education to the public; and maintains knowledge of building codes.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Positions at this level perform the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey and/or Senior level. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning assigned job tasks within the scope of established policies, procedures, and pertinent regulations.

May receive technical and/or functional supervision from higher levels.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

* Performs annual, daily, certificate of occupancy, and new tenant fire inspections inspecting all buildings, grounds, and facilities to ascertain and correct hazardous conditions; performs re-inspections as needed; and prepares and delivers invoices for services.

* Participates in pre-construction meetings; reviews plans in the field as needed; assists other departments on construction sites in resolving construction issues and concerns; and performs fire lane and fire hydrant inspections prior to construction.

* Enforces fire codes and City ordinances; responds to complaints ranging from fire lane parking violations, illegal spray painting, missing life safety devices, emergency access gates, and access control systems; responds to apartments/multi-family residential properties for various code violations; responds to fire scene to assist with fire systems; and maintains knowledge of building codes.

* Prepares and presents programs for fire prevention and public education including fire extinguisher training, fire and evacuation drills, fire code, fire protection system purpose and functionality, and life safety issues.

* Performs administrative duties including maintaining routine fire inspection files of all businesses with emergency phone numbers, invoicing, monitoring invoices for payments, creating and issuing citations, and following up with businesses.

* Prepares daily and monthly reports related to inspections.

* Contacts news media on prevention related matters.

* Inspects and monitors special events such as fireworks displays, Fire Department open house functions, parades, or other situations as assigned by the Fire Marshal.

* Assists with all functions related to pandemics and all other orders issued by the governor's Office.

* Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.  Associate degree in a related field preferred.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience in a related field preferred. Experience performing fire and life safety inspections for a government agency preferred.

Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Fire Inspector Certification. Plans Examiner Certification recommended, not preferred.

Conditions of Employment:
Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, pre-placement medical examination and the job placement assessment (JPA). Must possess and maintain a valid State of Texas Driver's License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy.

Other Requirements:
Must be able to work overtime, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays as required. This position is subject to emergency operations.  The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed: during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and/ or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City…