Fire Investigator

Keystoneforensics; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Keystoneforensics is seeking Part Time/Subcontracted Fire Investigators to assist with fire origin and cause investigations throughout the United States. Candidates will determine the origin and cause of fire and explosion events, communicating findings clearly to clients.

The ideal candidate will need IAAI-CFI certification, the ability to work independently, and relevant certifications and experience. This role involves travel to various loss locations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• IAAI-CFI certification preferred.
• Able to perform fire investigations according to Keystone's guidelines.
• Must have a Private Investigator's license if required by state.
• Thorough knowledge of NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Determine the origin and cause of fire and explosion events.
• Convey findings to clients both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Fire investigations

Report writing

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant higher education

Tools

Google Docs

G-Suite applications

Job description

About the role

Keystone Experts and Engineers are currently seeking Part Time/Subcontracted Fire Investigators to assist with fire origin and cause investigations throughout the United States. Their responsibilities include determining the origin and cause of fire and explosion events within residential, commercial, and industrial sites, as well as vehicles, heavy machinery, farm equipment and recreational vehicles. After a thorough investigation, they clearly convey their findings to our clients, either verbally or in a written report, within industry-leading turnaround times.

Qualifications

• IAAI-CFI certification preferred
• Able to perform fire investigations and consistently complete reports (verbal and written) according to Keystone’s guidelines for quality and timeliness
• Willing to travel to loss locations throughout the state of residence and surrounding states
• Must have a Private Investigators license (if state requires one)
• Possess thorough knowledge of NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033
• Ability to work independently, with little direct supervision
• Well organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required, with relevant higher education preferred
• Membership in nationally recognized origin and cause organizations (eg: IAAI or NAFI)
• Must have the ability and readiness to learn new skills and techniques
• Experience with Google Docs and other G-Suite applications is a plus