Fire Inspector

Village-of-Maywood,-I; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Village of Maywood in Illinois seeks a Fire Inspector in the Building and Code department to conduct inspections, enforce fire prevention codes, and educate the public on life safety.

The role involves reviewing blueprints, coordinating with other agencies, conducting drills, and ensuring compliance with state and local regulations. Candidates must have fire prevention experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, with some college.
• 3 years of work experience and training related to fire prevention.
• Fire Inspector I Certification (IL) or OSFM equivalent.
• NFPA Plan Review certification or equivalent.
• State of IL Class “B” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections and serves notice of violations of local ordinances and state laws.
• Inspect all premises and buildings as often as possible.
• Identifies hazardous conditions and educates the public pertaining to fire prevention & safety.
• Conducts fire drills in schools & in public institutions.
• Supervises installation of flammable liquid tanks.
• Surveys blueprints of new constructions & remodeling permits.
• Follows up on all citizen complaints.
• Conducts joint inspections with other departments.
• Checks automatic extinguishers and closing devices to ensure working properly & maintains fire prevention

Skills

Fire prevention

Code enforcement

Blueprint interpretation

Public communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

NFPA Plan Review

State Driver's License

Job description

Disclaimer: The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

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Non-Exempt

Dept/CC:

Posting Date: 7/22/2026 Revised Date:

7/22/2026

Job Code: Grade:

Position Purpose:

Performs skilled inspections of private and public facilities for discrepancies ofmalfunctions that could lead to a fire; require extensive experience in fire prevention.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts inspections and serves notice of violations of local ordinances and state laws.
• Inspect all premises and buildings as often as possible.
• Identifies hazardous conditions and educates the public pertaining to fire prevention & safety.
• Conducts fire drills in schools & in public institutions.
• Supervises installation of flammable liquid tanks.
• Surveys blueprints of new constructions & remodeling permits.
• Follows up on all citizen complaints.
• Conducts joint inspections with other departments.
• Checks automatic extinguishers and closing devices to ensure working properly & maintains fire prevention

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of all current prevention principles.
• Knowledge of all Village of Maywood ordinances and state & federal laws pertaining to fire prevention and the placement of hydrants and water mains.
• Skilled in interpretation of all reports coupled with the ability to make effective recommendations on prevention of future fires.
• Ability to communicate with individuals from all facets of the public and village.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of building, electrical, mechanical & fire codes.
• Related experience & knowledge of best practices in building inspections and application of fire and life safety codes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and apply knowledge of the application codes to the position.

Village of MaywoodJOB POSTING

Village of Maywood

Fire Inspector –Building and Code dept.

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Disclaimer: The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Ability to establish priorities, organize work, meet deadlines, manage time effectively, and follow up on assignments with minimum direction.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use computers, smart-technology (phones, tablets, etc.), various software programs, email and internet-based applications to conduct research, create/retrieve reports, and generate correspondence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• • High School diploma or GED required, with some college• 3 years of work experience and training related to fire prevention, fire science, building codes, code• enforcement of construction and/or fire codes.

Special Requirements, Licenses or Certifications:

• • Must possess a Fire Inspector I Certification (or OSFM equivalent) through the Office of State Fire Marshall (Illinois) and other applicable State Fire Marshall Certifications.
• • Possess or obtain NFPA Plan Review certification or equivalent.
• • State of IL Class “B” Driver’s License.

Work environment/Physical Demands:

Work is primarily performed independently in the field with minimal amounts of office time completing requiredpaperwork. Majority of inspections are on a yearly schedule; however, special inspections may be ordered by the Fire Chief. Work is frequently performed on-site at various industrial, commercial, multi-family, and other publicoccupancies. Some work is performed in an office setting and frequent driving of a vehicle is required. Occasionally, the employee is required to work in outside weather conditions during the inspection of various developments andconstruction sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can occasionally include greater noise levels.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands & arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, see, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.

Acting Village Manager/Director of Finance: Lanya Satchell Date: 7/22/2026Human Resources: Linda Gant Date: 7/22/2026

Village of Maywood

Fire Inspector –Building and Code dept.

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Disclaimer: The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

A. EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED required Type:B. EXPERIENCE Type:

C. SKILLS (Check all related experiences, attributes or skills required to perform the job.)

• Basic reading/math skills
• Creative thinking Demonstrates initiativeClerical skills (specify) *

D. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to reach above shoulder level
• Ability to distinguish colors
• High degree of manual dexterity
• Moderate degree of manual dexterity
• Ability to work with chemicals and detergents
• Ability to grip
• Ability to bend a knee
• Ability to crawl
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to maneuver (pulling, pushing, lifting)
• Ability to walk the equivalent of 1 miles per day
• Ability to adapt to shift work
• Ability to tolerate exposure to extreme heat
• Ability to tolerate exposure to extreme cold
• Ability to tolerate exposure to dust and/or fumes
• High degree of physical flexibility
• Ability to sit for periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs or ladder
• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Ability to squat
• Ability to perform CPR
• Other (specify) *

E. MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to cope with a high level of stress
• Ability to make fast decisions under pressure
• Ability to cope with the anger/fear/ hostility of others in a calm manner
• Ability to manage altercations
• Ability to concentrate
• High degree of versatility
• Ability to cope with confrontation
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation
• Ability to assist with problem resolution
• Ability to work alone
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of patience
• Ability to adapt to shift work
• Ability to work in areas that are close and crowded
• Other

F. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extreme Heat/Cold
• Dampness
• Dirt/Dust
• Oil/Grease
• Vibrations
• Exposure to Toxic Chemicals
• Danger of physical abuse
• Exposure to Blood Borne

G. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

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