Fire Systems Inspector - Palm Desert (Finance)
The County of Riverside Fire Department is seeking applications for a Fire Systems Inspector to support the Palm Desert location. However, q ualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County. The Fire Systems Inspector performs fire and life safety inspections of existing facilities and structures under construction. Additionally, the Fire Systems Inspector will inspect various fire protection systems and features for compliance with the California Fire and Building Code and adopt standards issue of notices and other documents related to compliance. Performs other related duties as required.
The Fire Systems Inspector class is responsible for fire safety inspections and will work independently in performing field and office duties under the general supervision of an Assistant Fire Marshal. Incumbents perform the more routine inspection and compliance work under supervision while acquiring the training and skills necessary to perform the full range of technical inspection activities. Work is initially subject to detailed and frequent review that lessens as more experience is gained.
Highly desired applicants with California Office of the State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector series courses IA, IB, IC, and ID, and/or time as a volunteer or reservist with a Fire Department.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Fire Department (RCFD) is one of the largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations in California. The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 20 partner agencies and has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.• Inspect assigned building and development projects for conformance with applicable laws, codes and regulations relating to fire protection and life safety; conduct special inspections and investigations of existing structures as they relate to fire and life safety code compliance.
• Witness and/or certify the installation and testing of specialized fire protection systems that include, but are not limited to, hydrants, hood/ducts systems, fire sprinklers, standpipe systems, fire alarms, and gas detectors.
• Perform annual business and multi-family residential fire inspections. May perform annual fire and safety clearance inspections of facilities licensed for public care, such as hospitals, residential care facilities, and child care centers. Prepare and issue notices of correction, notices of violation, and may issue fire code permit and other compliance or informational documents in accordance with the California Fire Code.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports of properties in compliance or violation of fire safety laws and regulations.
• Assist in preparation of graphs, charts, and other documents for use by the Fire Department staff.Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.Experience: One year performing fire safety inspection, building construction inspection, hazard reduction and abatement inspection, plans examination, or fire suppression with a fire or government agency. (15 semester units or 22 quarter units from an accredited college or university in fire protection or building construction technology may be substituted for the required experience.) If using education to qualify, upload a copy of unofficial transcripts at time of application is required.
Completion of the California Office of the State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector series courses IA, IB, IC, and ID is highly desired. Upload a copy of your degree, transcripts, and/or Certifications as an attachment to your Government Jobs account at the time of application.
Knowledge of: Technical knowledge of codes and standards; fire safety protection systems; methods and procedures related to fire prevention; applicable fire, life safety, and building codes; code requirements as they relate to construction for fire protection and fire apparatus access
.Ability to: Read and interpret construction plans and specifications and prepare accurate reports; interpret codes and regulations for the public; establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees and the general public; effectively communicate in both verbal and written form; operate standard office equipment and systems to retrieve and enter data; make public presentations.
Other Requirements:
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Ulysses Gerardo at (951) 955-5772 or via email ugerardo@rivco.org.
