Fire Inspector - Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, PA

MEA - MidAtlantic Employers’ Association; Breinigsville (PA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Macungie Township is seeking a highly organized Fire Inspector to perform fire and life safety inspections, public education, and support firefighting operations under the Fire Commissioner. The role emphasizes inspections, outreach, and safety education for residents and businesses.

Qualified candidates will have extensive firefighting experience, necessary state certifications, a valid CDL with tanker endorsement, and will undergo background checks and pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• UCC Class Code Certification 15 - Fire Inspector I or the ability to obtain within six months.
• ProBoard Firefighter I certification.
• Pennsylvania Department of Health Basic Vehicle Technician certification or equivalent.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.
• Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with tanker endorsement.
• Minimum five years of firefighting experience.
• Knowledge of applicable state regulations, Township ordinances, and Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts fire and life safety inspections of Township occupancies.
• Performs community outreach and public education.
• Supports firefighting operations.

Education

UCC Class Code Certification 15 - Fire Inspector I or the ability to obtain within six months

ProBoard Firefighter I

PA Department of Health Basic Vehicle Technician

PA EMT

PA EMR

CDL Class B with tanker endorsement

Five years firefighting experience

Knowledge of state regulations and Right-to-Know Law

Job description

Job Description

Lehigh County, PA

Upper Macungie Township is seeking a highly organized, motivated, and qualified individual to serve as a Fire Inspector within the Bureau of Fire. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, customer service, and public relations skills; computer proficiency; and exceptional character and integrity.

FIRE INSPECTOR

Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, PA

Under the direction of the Fire Commissioner, the Fire Inspector independently conducts fire and life safety inspections of Township occupancies, performs community outreach and public education, and supports firefighting operations.

The Bureau of Fire is committed to providing the highest level of life safety and property protection to residents, businesses, and visitors through fire prevention, fire suppression, public education, and related services.

The successful candidates must submit to a background check and pre-employment screening.

All submittals must be received no later than 4:00 P.M. on November 9, 2026.

Qualifications and Requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualifications

• UCC Class Code Certification 15 - Fire Inspector I, or the ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
• ProBoard Firefighter I certification.
• Pennsylvania Department of Health Basic Vehicle Technician certification or equivalent.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.
• Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with tanker endorsement.
• A minimum of five (5) years of firefighting experience.
• Knowledge of applicable state regulations, Township ordinances, and Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law.

Upper Macungie Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with an hourly wage range of $27.00 to $28.50, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Excellent benefits are offered.