FIRE PREVENTION ENGINEERING ASSISTANT II (Fire Alarm/Sprinkler System Specialty)

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETTIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

FILING PERIOD July 25 2022 at 8 : 00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous

EXAM NUMBER 33773Q

THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

DEFINITION :

Under general supervision, performs professional fire protection engineering work involving review and approval of complex construction plans, and inspection of building sites for compliance with fire protection codes and regulations.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS :

Positions allocable to this class are located in the Prevention Bureau of the Fire Department. Positions work under the administrative and technical supervision of a supervisory level fire prevention engineer.

Incumbents are engaged in the performance of all fire protection engineering assignments. They are responsible for professional fire protection engineering work involving plan checks of technically complex structures, and review of fire flow and hydrant requirements for the purpose of safeguarding life and property against loss from fire, panic, and related hazards.

Incumbents provide technical supervision to Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant I's. Incumbents in this class must possess thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering principles;

acquired through academic training or related work experience, and thorough knowledge of fire codes and regulations; and fire hazardous materials.

Incumbents must also exercise knowledge of the interpretation of legal land maps and parcels, and knowledge of mathematics sufficient to perform related engineering calculations.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conducts plan reviews and issues approvals for complex fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm systems by reviewing and interpreting applicable codes and comparing submitted plans using applicable software programs.
• Acts as a liaison for the Los Angeles County Fire Department by attending meetings with upper management and local government officials, interpreting and providing information pertaining to fire sprinkler / fire alarm system requirements.
• Clarifies and interprets fire sprinkler / fire alarm system requirements imposed on projects submitted for review.
• Consults with supervisor or higher-level staff for highly complex fire sprinkler / fire alarm system projects.
• Conducts field inspections to verify project requirements are being met.
• Verifies calculations by reviewing submitted hydraulic calculations or voltage drop calculations for fire alarm systems.
• Collects fees associated with fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
• Assists in new construction inspection on complex fire sprinkler / fire alarm system(s).

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS :

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

Option I : A Certificate of Registration as a Fire Protection Engineer -AND- One year's experience performing fire protection engineering work designing various types of fire sprinkler systems or fire alarm systems.

Option II : Graduation from an accredited college with a bachelor's degree specialization in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or fire protection engineering - AND - One year's experience performing fire protection engineering work designing various types of fire sprinkler systems or fire alarm systems.

Option III : Five years experience performing fire protection engineering work designing various types of fire sprinkler systems or fire alarm systems.

LICENSE :

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS :

3 - Moderate - Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching.

EXAM CONTENT :

This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts :

PART I : An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 60% .

PART II : A structured interview, weighted 40% .

NOTE : All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :

Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your online application by 5 : 00 p.m. (PT), on the last day of filing.

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