Fire Inspector I/II

FIRE INSPECTOR I/II

This recruitment is open for two weeks and will close on January 2, 2025.

Hourly Salary Range:

Level I: $27.91 - $37.12

Level II: $34.00 - $45.23

This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:

Fire Medical Rescue / Fire Prevention

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

This position is classified as safety sensitive.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Job Number:

RC#902229

DESCRIPTION

The Fire Inspector will perform a variety of technical inspections of public, commercial, industrial, residential and other buildings and premises to secure compliance with the City's fire prevention codes and regulations; to investigate complaints and violations and require corrective action; to conduct investigations of fires, explosions and hazardous material(s) releases; and to develop fire safety codes, regulations and educational programs.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct complex, technical inspections of buildings and property to ensure compliance with fire prevention codes and standards.
• Meet with developers, architects, contractors and various City departments to provide code interpretation for proposed development projects.
• Review documents related to new construction or tenant improvements for compliance with fire and building codes.
• Conducts inspection and acceptance tests for efficiency of fire protection equipment, automatic fire extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems and associated devices.
• Conduct inspections of facilities using hazardous materials to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations pertaining to storage, use and disposal of those materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

Level I: Experience in fire prevention and inspection work, including a working knowledge of building construction, construction materials, fire codes and standards relating to fire prevention and investigation is preferred.

Level II: Requires two (2) years of experience performing fire inspection duties comparable to a Fire Inspector I in Tempe including comprehensive knowledge of building construction, construction materials, fire codes and standards relating to fire prevention and investigation. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in fire cause investigation.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:

Both Levels: Requires a high school diploma, GED or equivalency supplemented by college or trade level course work in fire science, fire prevention, fire investigation, architecture or building construction. An associate degree related to the core functions of this position is preferred.

The term “equivalent” means that directly related work experience exceeding the required work experience will substitute in equal time increments for college-level education, for example: one year of additional directly related work experience will substitute for one year of college education (30 credit hours).

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

Both Levels:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Level I:

• Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector I Certification, or the equivalent of a State of Arizona Fire Inspector I certification.

Level II:

• Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector I Certification, or an equivalent Fire Inspector I Certification recognized by the State of Arizona.
• An International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector II Certification is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
• Post offer/pre-employment physical

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:

Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.