CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY - Fire Code Inspector II (DFM)

Fire Code Inspector II

The Colorado Springs Fire Department is seeking an energetic, positive, dynamic, and determined individual to join our diverse team of inspectors and engineers within the Technical Services Section of the Division of the Fire Marshal. The Fire Code Inspector II is an exciting position in a fast-paced work environment with avariety of challenges and rewards.

In this position, you will ensure code compliance with the locally adopted International Fire Code, applicable NFPA and other standards to make structures, installations, and processes safe for the public and occupants. The Technical Services Section primarily deals with hazardous materials, high-piled combustible storage, and medical marijuana and extraction facilities.

Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Perform annual and new construction hazardous material, medical gas, and hazardous material inspections relating to operational, and construction hazardous material permits such as carbon dioxide and other inert gases, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), above and underground fuel storage tanks, fireworks, pyrotechnics, flame effects, etc.
• Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, standards, and regulations; ensure other buildings are in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards and are equipped with appropriate fire protection and/or suppression equipment, including fire extinguishers
• Perform site analyses to determine the need for hazardous materials permitting; issue hazardous materials and other annual or temporary permits to facilities found incompliance
• Conduct fire code inspections on new, remodeled, and existing structures; existing business inspections; and new and existing public school inspections requiring certification from the Colorado Division of Fire Safety
• Ensure fire protection systems are inspected and in proper operational status
• Recommend actions to bring properties into compliance
• Accurately and descriptively write and file reports
• Keep abreast of current fire safety codes, practices, and firefighting procedures

• Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention information to engineers and construction workers
• Serve order notices and/or summons when fire code violations are not corrected
• Serve on various technical, departmental, City, national, and/or community committees
• Give educational and informative presentations to City staff, the public, and other organizations, or groups
• Assist in the fire code adoption process

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong:

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Code and standard requirements for the proper handling, use, and storage of hazardous materials
• Current fixed ire protection/detection systems technology
• Inspection principles and practices related to various building techniques, safe work practices and procedures
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the locally adopted fire code, building code, mechanical code, and related hazardous materials legislation

Ability to:

• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Learn to operate a variety of specialized inspection equipment
• Learn and understand a variety of specialized processes
• Read and comprehend construction documents, including plans, details, specifications, and calculations
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Interact professionally with members of the community, city agencies, contractors, engineers, civic groups, and organizations

• A high school diploma or GED 
• Two years of full-time experience as a Fire Code Inspector I or equivalent 
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Certifications:

ICC Fire Inspector II Certification	Within 12 months of hire date
State of Colorado Inspector II	Within 12 months of hire date
ICC Fire Inspector I Certification or equivalent certification, training or experience for ICC FI I	Upon Hire
ICS 100	Upon Hire
ICS 200	Upon Hire
ICS 700	Upon Hire
ICS 800	Upon Hire

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

• Specialized training in the usage, storage, and handling of hazardous materials 
• Experience as a Fire Inspector II or equivalent
• ASSE 6020 Medical Gas certification

Physical Demands. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and10 pounds constantly is required.

Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Office/field environment with travel from site-to-site
Extreme Temperature - Seasonally
Wetness and Humidity - Several times per week
Respiratory Hazards - Daily (dust, grease, smoke, fumes, and gases)
Noise and Vibrations - Daily
Physical Hazards - Daily (emergency site work in a fire-weakened [unstable] structure)
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards- Continuously
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Rarely

Please contact CSFD Human Resources at csfdhr@coloradosprings.gov
or 719-385-7244 for any questions about this position.

Salary : $34 - $41