Fire Prevention Inspector I / II / III (Permitting Services)

Overview

Fire Prevention Inspector I / II / III (Permitting Services) – City of Orlando Careers.

Salary

• Fire Prevention Inspector I : $25.21 - $32.15
• Fire Prevention Inspector II : $26.63 - $33.955
• Fire Prevention Inspector III : $28.28 - $36.065

Responsibilities

Performs specialized field and office work in fire prevention with responsibility for enforcement of fire safety codes, laws, and ordinances, including inspection of commercial buildings, permitted projects, and acceptance testing, to ensure compliance with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). Exercise initiative and judgment to recognize fire and job-site hazards and ensure code compliance. Field work exposes the employee to varying weather conditions, chemicals, noxious fumes, insects, heights, and confined spaces. Work is performed under general supervision, according to established guidelines, and is reviewed through daily conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

Fire Prevention Inspector I : High School Diploma / G.E.D. with six (6) months to one (1) year experience in fire inspection, fire prevention or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal and a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Fire Prevention Inspector II : High School Diploma / G.E.D. with two to three (2-3) years experience in fire inspection, fire prevention; or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal and a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Fire Prevention Inspector III : High School Diploma / G.E.D. with four (4) or more years experience in fire inspection, fire prevention; or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal with a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

A working knowledge of Fire Alarms (NFPA 72), Fire Sprinklers (NFPA 13-13R-13D) Private Underground Fire lines (NFPA 24) and Fire Pumps (NFPA 20) is preferred.

Important : To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407-246-2062.

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