Fire Inspector: Code Compliance & Safety Inspections

Dextera-Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fire Inspector position will support Fire Prevention and Life Safety Services in the National Capital Region with emphasis on the Pentagon Reservation and Fort Belvoir Mark Center Campus. A Fire Inspector must have knowledge of methods, principles, practices, techniques, procedures, and equipment related to fire prevention activities, with special emphasis on the various codes and regulations.

Essential functions include inspecting buildings for hazards, identifying corrective actions,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of building construction and fire protection.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
• Identifies corrective actions to bring properties into compliance with fire codes and explains these measures.
• Inspects and tests fire protection or fire detection systems to verify compliance with laws and standards.
• Conducts fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Writes detailed reports of inspections, violations, and recommendations.
• Attends training classes to stay current on fire prevention and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Fire Inspector position will support Fire Prevention and Life Safety Services in the National Capital Region with emphasis on the Pentagon Reservation and Fort Belvoir Mark Center Campus. A Fire Inspector must have knowledge of methods, principles, practices, techniques, procedures, and equipment related to fire prevention activities, with special emphasis on the various codes and regulations.

Essential functions include inspecting buildings for hazards, identifying corrective actions,