What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Plans Examiner I/II & Graduate Fire Protection Engineer I/II position at City of McKinney?
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Depending on experience, education, and qualifications, applicants may be hired as:
Fire Plans Examiner I, Fire Plans Examiner II, Graduate Fire Protection Engineer I, or Graduate Fire Protection Engineer II
SALARY RANGE – If hired as Fire Plans Examiner I
$57,636.52 - $83,574.92/Annually
$27.70 - 40.18 /Hourly
SALARY RANGE - If hired as Fire Plans Examiner II
$65,906.47 - $95,566.62Annually
$31.68 - 45.94/Hourly
$57,636.52 - $83,574.92/Annually
$27.70 - 40.18 /Hourly
SALARY RANGE - If hired as Fire Plans Examiner II
$65,906.47 - $95,566.62Annually
$31.68 - 45.94/Hourly
SALARY RANGE - If hired as Graduate Fire Protection Engineer I
$65,994.84 - $95,694.76/Annually
$31.72 - 46.00/Hourly
SALARY RANGE - If hired as Graduate Fire Protection Engineer II
$74,6642.30 - $108,233.86Annually
$35.88 - 52.03Hourly
The Job Description for Fire Plans Examiner I/II is shown below. View the other job descriptions at the following links:
Graduate Fire Protection Engineer I
Graduate Fire Protection Engineer II
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY in 2024, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-generated values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to ensure proper adherence to fire and related codes and ordinance requirements for approval of construction or process implementation. Employees in this classification perform skilled, technical level work. This position is responsible for evaluating plats, site plans, civil drawings, building plans, specifications, construction drawings, fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, hydraulic calculations, circuit analysis, chemicals, conducting inspections, conducting fire pump testing and installation of hazardous materials. Performs related work as required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews and evaluates routine plats, site plans, civil drawings, building plans and specifications, construction drawings, and fire protection system designs and calculations.
- Attends meetings with architects, developers, and City staff to review code requirements and Fire Department procedures.
- Provides technical advice and assistance to developers relating to code compliance.
- Responds to fire code, ordinance, and life safety inquiries from citizens.
- Conducts inspections of fire hazard complaints.
- Conducts technical inspections of fire protection systems and complex target hazards as required.
- Conducts water flow analysis, hydrostatic tests, and fire alarm tests and develops strategies to mitigate challenges.
- Acts as community liaison for fire safety programs to promote commercial and industrial training programs to increase fire safety in the workplace.
- Provides technical assistance to incident commanders for structural safety, fire protection systems, hazardous materials, and other technical matters.
- Provides technical training to Fire Officers and Personnel for fire protection systems, designs lesson plans, and provides technical advice and assistance for inspections and educational purposes.
- Attends continuing education classes to maintain certification levels as required by department.
- Assists Fire Marshal in the preparation of ordinances regarding fire codes.
- Prepares and maintains reports, files, correspondence and memorandums.
- Receives and records incoming and outgoing building plans.
- Maintains and creates filing systems.
- Assists in the investigations of fires, their origin and cause for Fire Code compliance issues.
- Prepares monthly production reports.
- Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
- Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS
- Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to apply mitigation techniques to identify and select alternatives.
- Requires the knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation techniques as they relate to the delivery of emergency services during both routine and tactical situations.
- Requires the ability to listen to others, understand their position and perspective and to effectively communicate with their customers regardless of whether they are alone or in a group.
- Requires the knowledge of and ability to effectively implement conflict resolution techniques.
- Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence.
- Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
- Requires the ability to utilize a variety of advisory and design data and information, such as the International Fire and Building Codes, zoning maps, architectural and construction drawings, wiring diagrams, Material Safety and Data Sheets, hydraulic curves and graphs and computer program documentation.
- Requires the ability to perform mathematical operations involving basic algebraic principles and formulas, and basic geometric principles and calculations.
- Requires ability to apply principles of rational systems. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
- Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties that are often characterized by frequent change.
- Requires the ability to perform coordinated movements involving placing and turning motions, such as operating a computer terminal and utilizing pitot gauges, voltmeters, drafting instruments and a calculator.
- The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
- Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- High school diploma or GED; and Sixty (60) hours of college education from an accredited university or college with a 2.0 or higher overall grade point average (GPA) supplemented by experience demonstrating the ability to interact effectively with both public and private sector organizations.
- Must be certified as a Basic Fire Inspector by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or become certified within 6 months.
- One (1) year previous experience with a Fire Department and documented training or specialized college level course work involving plan review of various architectural/construction drawings, fire protection engineering/technology or closely related field.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's degree in Fire Protection Engineering/Technology, Civil Engineering, Emergency Management, or related field.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Some tasks require visual, depth, odor and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Tasks may risk exposure to extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions, strong odors and/or smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals.
SUPPLEMENTAL
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $28 - $40
