Fire Plans Examiner

San Bernardino County; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal, seeks Fire Plans Examiners to assess and review complex fire protection plans for new construction and tenant improvements. You will read blueprints, interpret codes, and verify fire system plans for compliance across sites.

The role requires knowledge of Fire Codes, coordination with engineers and inspectors, and the ability to communicate technical requirements clearly.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of paid work experience in fire prevention inspections and plan review.
• Fifteen (15) semester units in Fire Science, Fire Safety, Building Inspection Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related fields.
• An Associate degree or higher may substitute for up to one year of experience.
• CSFM Fire Inspector 1A/1B/1C or Plans Examiner certificates are ideal.

Responsibilities

• Review and coordinate complex fire protection plan reviews for new construction and tenant improvements.
• Read and interpret building plans and blueprints to ensure code compliance.
• Verify construction and fire protection system plans for adherence to Fire Codes and Ordinances.
• Communicate findings and requirements to applicants and reviewers.

Skills

Fire codes knowledge

Plan review

Building plan interpretation

Communication

Education

Fire Science coursework

Job description

The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, Office of the Fire Marshal is recruiting for Fire Plans Examiners who assess, develop, and execute activities of a specialized nature in the areas of planning and engineering. Responsibilities require knowledge of various fire codes and ordinances pertaining to building design, construction, and site development. Fire Plans Examiners coordinate complex new construction and tenant improvement plan reviews; read and interpret building plans and blueprints; and verify construction and fire protection system plans to ensure compliance.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary ofBenefits and the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: A successful background check is required prior to assignment.

Work Hours: May occasionally require working overtime, weekends, and/or holidays for special events; positions are eligible for return to work and overtime compensation.

Physical: Incumbents frequently bend, stoop, kneel, work on rough and uneven terrain, are subject to extreme climates, and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Employees are frequently exposed to dust, vapor, hazardous materials, noise and extremes in temperature or humidity.

Travel: Travel within and outside the County may be required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Certifications: Must obtain California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Plans Examiner 1A, 1B and 1C certificates within 12 months of hire, or may be demoted/terminated.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Must possess Certificates, Experience, and Education as follows:

CERTIFICATES

Please attach certificates to application.

California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Inspector I Certification (or Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, & 1D course certificates) or equivalent course certificates.

Equivalent Certificates:

• Fire Prevention Officer (or Fire Prevention Officer 1A, 1B & 1C course certificates)
• Fire Plans Examiner

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of paid work experience with the primary responsibility of performing fire prevention work through field inspections for fire and life safety, fire protection systems, building construction, hazardous materials, and other community risk reduction programs; experience must include working with plans and reading/interpreting/applying fire and building code requirements.

EDUCATION

Fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units in Fire Science, Fire Safety, Building Inspection Technology, Engineering, Architecture or related fields from an accredited college or university.

Education Substitution:

Possession of an Associate degree or above in Fire Science or closely related field may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.

-OR-

An additional year of qualifying experience may substitute for the required education.

NOTE

Ensure your work history clearly details qualifying experience in fire protection plan review, fire prevention-related inspections, public education activities, and experience with inspections or standby at special events as a fire life safety officer.

An equivalent combination of the above may be considered.

The ideal candidate will possess CSFM Fire Inspector I, II, and Plans Examiner Certifications along with a related college degree. This prepared candidate will possess extensive knowledge of plans examining, and in-depth knowledge of various Fire Codes and Ordinances.

Examination

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation

If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (PDF) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.