Fire & Life-Safety Inspector

City of Frisco; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Frisco seeks a Fire Inspector to enforce fire and life safety codes, perform thorough inspections, and assist builders with code compliance. You will work with the fire department to inspect systems and respond to requests, ensuring city ordinances are followed.

You will also participate in training, public education events, and special inspections while maintaining detailed records and reports for accountability.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and two years’ experience in inspections, testing or fire protection applications, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a Texas Commission on Fire Protection Inspector certificate.
• Plans Examiner certification is preferred and may be required at discretion.
• Fire Investigator certification is preferred and may be required at discretion.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Complies with HIPAA guidelines.
• Participates in training exercises to increase performance.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and other departments.
• Interpret and explain city policies and procedures to the public and department members.
• Conduct field inspections of life safety, fire safety, and fire protection systems.
• Inspect occupancies for compliance with fire and life safety codes.
• Interpret and advise contractors on fire codes and procedures.
• Maintain inspection reports, records, and equipment inventories.
• Participate in public education activities and special projects.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Judgment under pressure

Leadership

Inspection and enforcement

Plans and code interpretation

Supervision and delegation

Emergency response

Public outreach

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Inspector certificate

Texas Plans Examiner certification

Texas Fire Investigator certification

Tools

Two-way radio

Computers and software

Fire inspection equipment

Department vehicle

Job description

The City of Frisco seeks a Fire Inspector to enforce fire and life safety codes, perform thorough inspections, and assist builders with code compliance. You will work with the fire department to inspect systems and respond to requests, ensuring city ordinances are followed.

You will also participate in training, public education events, and special inspections while maintaining detailed records and reports for accountability.