Airport Fire Marshal Assistant — Field Inspections

Maryland Department of Transportation; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Department of Transportation's Maryland Aviation Administration operates BWI Marshall Airport. This Airport Assistant Fire Marshal ensures safety for the public and staff through inspections, research, and enforcement of fire and life safety codes.

The role requires reviewing designs, inspecting fuel operations, issuing violations, and leading in code enforcement across the airport environment. Field work occurs outdoors in all weather, at BWI and related sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; BS related Fire Science may substitute for one year experience.
• Three years’ experience as a career firefighter or five years as Fire Marshal with other groups.
• Must have vehicle operator's license valid in Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of fire/life safety codes at BWI and related facilities.
• Review plans and shop drawings for fire protection systems.
• Inspect fuel farms, fueling operations, and related equipment for FAR compliance.
• Issue violations and conduct inspections of fire protection systems.
• Perform field inspections of existing facilities and maintain documentation.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Investigation skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor degree substitution noted

Tools

NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector II

NFPA 1041 ESI I

NFPA 1031 Plans Examiner I/II

NFPA 472 Haz-Mat Operations

NFPA 1585 Fire & Life Safety Educator

Job description

Maryland Department of Transportation's Maryland Aviation Administration operates BWI Marshall Airport. This Airport Assistant Fire Marshal ensures safety for the public and staff through inspections, research, and enforcement of fire and life safety codes.

The role requires reviewing designs, inspecting fuel operations, issuing violations, and leading in code enforcement across the airport environment. Field work occurs outdoors in all weather, at BWI and related sites.