Fire Inspector

Liberty Steel & Wire; Bartonville (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Liberty Steel USA is seeking a Fire Inspector for the Peoria, IL facility. This full-time, on-site role focuses on fire prevention, inspections, and life safety compliance in a heavy industrial environment.

The Fire Inspector will conduct routine inspections, maintain fire protection systems, and support emergency preparedness planning. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in fire safety, knowledge of NFPA codes, and an active Fire Inspector certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of fire inspection, fire service, or industrial fire safety experience.
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes and applicable fire and life safety regulations.
• Fire Inspector certification preferred (State Fire Marshal or equivalent).
• Experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• High school diploma required; relevant certifications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine fire and life safety inspections across plant buildings and operations.
• Inspect and test fire suppression systems, extinguishers, and alarm systems for compliance.
• Identify and document fire hazards, recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and compliance documentation.
• Support development and maintenance of fire response and evacuation plan.
• Coordinate with the local fire department on inspections, drills, and emergency response planning.
• Assist in incident investigation for fire-related event.
• Conduct monthly inspections of all E-lights to make sure they are working properly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

NFPA codes

Job description

Fire Inspector

Location: Peoria, IL (on-site)

Employment type: Full-time

Starting range: $18.54 with increases after 500 hours, 1000 hours, and 1500 hours in the department

Second shift differential: $.35

Third shift differential: $.50

Weekly attendance incentive: $.75/hour. You can achieve this incentive by having no call ins or tardiness!

Monthly work performance incentive: Contingent upon completion of checklist

Medical, dental, vision, additional voluntary benefits (accident insurance, critical illness, and employee, spouse, and child whole life). Flexible spending account (healthcare and dependent daycare), long term disability, and participation in employee assistance program (EAP).

Paid Time Off – vacation, sick leave, personal, holidays

Retirement Plans- 401(k) with company match.

Organizational Overview

Liberty Steel USA is a leading American steel manufacturer grounded in sustainability, innovation, and community. We forge steel that supports critical infrastructure and industrial growth while honoring a long-standing tradition of craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to safety.
We strive to be the employer and supplier of choice in American steelmaking, driven by empowered people, advanced technology, and continuous improvement. Steelmaking has always evolved, and we view change as an opportunity to strengthen our operations, invest in our workforce, and improve how we work.
Safety is not a policy-it is a promise. In every decision, we prioritize the well-being of our people. We believe our strength lies in one another and in the communities we serve. Through responsible stewardship, we are committed to sustainable practices that protect our environment, support our workforce, and ensure long-term vitality for future generations.

Position Overview

The Fire Inspector is responsible for fire prevention, inspection, and life safety compliance across the Peoria facility. This role conducts routine inspections, maintains fire protection systems, and supports emergency preparedness planning in a high-hazard industrial environment.

This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to build cooperative working relationships with operations leadership and local fire officials.

Core Responsibilities

Fire Prevention & Inspection

Conduct routine fire and life safety inspections across plant buildings and operations

Inspect and test fire suppression systems, extinguishers, and alarm systems for compliance

Identify and document fire hazards, recommending corrective actions

Maintain accurate inspection records and compliance documentation

Emergency Preparedness

Support development and maintenance of fire response and evacuation plan

Coordinate with the local fire department on inspections, drills, and emergency response planning

Assist in incident investigation for fire-related event

Conduct monthly inspections of all E-lights to make sure they are working properly

Training

Deliver fire safety and prevention training to employees

Support hot work permit programs and fire watch procedures

Qualifications

Candidates interested in this role should have the following qualifications:

3+ years of fire inspection, fire service, or industrial fire safety experience

Working knowledge of NFPA codes and applicable fire and life safety regulations

Fire Inspector certification preferred (State Fire Marshal or equivalent)

Experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment preferred

Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

High school diploma required; relevant certifications strongly preferred

Success In This Role

Success in this role requires a thorough, detail-oriented inspector who identifies risk before it becomes an incident. The Fire Inspector must build cooperative relationships with operations and local fire officials while reinforcing a strong, consistent culture of fire prevention across the plant.