Fire Inspector I (Multiple Opportunities)

Summary

Performs technical fire safety inspections, plan reviews, and public education work. Responsible for conducting fire and life safety inspections for new and existing occupancies and buildings, testifying at special magistrate hearings, and participating in community education events. Work involves inspecting various types of occupancies, documenting findings, and educating customers on the best course of action to correct noted violations. Work is reviewed by an administrative superior for completeness and accuracy through reports, conferences, and results obtained.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires qualified applicants to possess the following:

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; current Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification, Cardiopulmonary (CPR) Certification, and Florida Driver's License.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

The selected candidate for this position MUST:

• Complete the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) Fire Inspector I Task Book within 11 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• Current certification as a Florida Firefighter II, Florida Fire Safety Inspector/Investigator, and

• Bi/trilingual (English/Spanish/Creole).

Job Description

Performs technical fire safety inspections, plan reviews, and public education work. Responsible for conducting fire and life safety inspections for new and existing occupancies and buildings, testifying at special magistrate hearings, and participating in community education events. Work involves inspecting various types of occupancies, documenting findings, and educating customers on the best course of action to correct noted violations. Work is reviewed by an administrative superior for completeness and accuracy through reports, conferences, and results obtained.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires qualified applicants to possess the following:

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; current Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification, Cardiopulmonary (CPR) Certification, and Florida Driver's License.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

The selected candidate for this position MUST:

• Complete the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (PBCFR) Fire Inspector I Task Book within 11 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• Current certification as a Florida Firefighter II, Florida Fire Safety Inspector/Investigator, and

• Bi/trilingual (English/Spanish/Creole).