Fire Inspector: Protect & Educate—Flexible Schedule

WEST VALLEY CITY; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Uniform allowance

Job summary

West Valley City seeks a Fire Inspector to enforce fire codes and perform life safety inspections across various building types. The role includes educating owners and occupants on fire prevention and supervising inspections to ensure compliance with city ordinances.

The position collaborates with Operations and Fire Prevention staff, prepares reports, and participates in public education events. A Utah driver’s license is required, with opportunities for professional growth and a uniform

Qualifications

• Completion of High School level coursework or equivalent with demonstrated English and mathematics skills.
• Experience interpreting fire or building codes preferred.
• Must possess valid Utah driver’s license or ability to obtain one; must have no suspended license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire and life safety inspections of residential, business, institutional and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with fire codes.
• Respond to violations and educate owners or occupants on corrective actions; reinspect to verify action.
• Determine readiness of fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers) through inspection and documentation.
• Provide public education on fire prevention through talks, demonstrations, and presentations.
• Maintain data and reports on inspections and prevention activities; assist in program improvements.

Skills

Fire inspections

Code enforcement

Public education

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Blueprints reading

Job description

West Valley City seeks a Fire Inspector to enforce fire codes and perform life safety inspections across various building types. The role includes educating owners and occupants on fire prevention and supervising inspections to ensure compliance with city ordinances.

The position collaborates with Operations and Fire Prevention staff, prepares reports, and participates in public education events. A Utah driver’s license is required, with opportunities for professional growth and a uniform