Entry-Level Fire & Building Code Inspector

State of Tennessee; Ripley (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee seeks an entry-level Fire and Building Code Inspector in Ripley, TN, within the Department of Commerce and Insurance. Under supervision, you will inspect structures for fire hazards and code violations and assist with plan reviews.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or accepted substitutions), a valid driver's license, and the ability to interpret codes. Training opportunities and state benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Substitution of Education: Associate's degree and/or experience substitutions may replace the bachelor's requirement in certain cases.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator license.

Responsibilities

• Trains to inspect and verify fire protection and building systems for code compliance.
• Learns to conduct annual fire and building code inspections and investigate complaints.
• Learns to review architectural or engineering plans for code compliance.
• Learns to interpret codes for external customers and explain violations.

Skills

Tech Savvy

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Self Development

Interpersonal Savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree substitutions

Tools

Personal Computer

Smart Phone

Electronic Devices

Printer/Scanner

Calculator

Job description

State of Tennessee seeks an entry-level Fire and Building Code Inspector in Ripley, TN, within the Department of Commerce and Insurance. Under supervision, you will inspect structures for fire hazards and code violations and assist with plan reviews.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or accepted substitutions), a valid driver's license, and the ability to interpret codes. Training opportunities and state benefits are included.