Fire Plans Examiner

Aoka LLC; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate $40–$50

401(k) match up to 5%

Remote work from Texas

Flexible project-based assignments

Impact on public safety

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Aoka LLC is seeking an experienced fire protection professional for remote, project-based work in Texas. You will review architectural and fire protection plans to ensure compliance with IFC, IBC, NFPA standards, and local amendments, including hydraulic calculations and egress analysis.

The role offers part-time, as-needed engagement with a competitive hourly rate. Join a team of engineers and code officials to help shape safer buildings and communities while working from anywhere in Texas.

Qualifications

• Active ICC or TCFP Fire Plans Examiner certification.
• 2+ years of fire plan review experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFC, IBC and NFPA codes.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural and fire protection plans for compliance with IFC, IBC, NFPA standards and local amendments.
• Evaluate fire sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump submittals including hydraulic calculations (NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, 14, 20).
• Review fire alarm and detection system plans, including device layout, notification, and battery calculations (NFPA 72).
• Verify means of egress, occupant load, exit capacity, travel distance, and exit signage and lighting.
• Assess fire-resistance-rated construction, fire barriers, opening protectives, and penetration firestopping.
• Review fire apparatus access, hydrant placement, fire flow, and hazards such as hazardous materials and kitchen hood suppression.
• Prepare clear review comments and corrections through VertexPlans.
• Coordinate with designers, contractors, developers, and municipal staff to resolve comments.
• Utilize VertexPlans for project tracking, documentation, and report submission.
• Meet turnaround times while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Skills

Fire plan review

Plan evaluation

NFPA/IFC/IBC knowledge

VertexPlans

Education

Fire Plans Examiner certification

Tools

VertexPlans

Job description

Location: Remote - Anywhere in Texas

Employment Type: Part-Time, As-Needed

We are seeking an experienced fire protection professional with a strong background in fire and life safety plan review to join Aoka. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring buildings are designed to protect occupants and first responders, while enjoying the flexibility of meaningful, project-based work.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• $40–$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5% of employee contributions (subject to plan eligibility)
• Work remote from anywhere in Texas
• Accept assignments based on project availability and your workload
• Help shape safer communities by ensuring buildings meet fire and life safety requirements
• Work alongside experienced engineers, code officials, fire marshals, and development professionals

What You’ll Do

• Review architectural and fire protection plans for compliance with the International Fire Code (IFC), International Building Code (IBC), applicable NFPA standards, and local amendments
• Evaluate fire sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump submittals, including hydraulic calculations (NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, 14, and 20)
• Review fire alarm and detection system plans, including device layout, notification, and battery calculations (NFPA 72)
• Verify means of egress, including occupant load, exit capacity, travel distance, and exit signage and lighting
• Assess fire-resistance-rated construction, fire barriers, opening protectives, and penetration firestopping
• Review fire apparatus access, hydrant placement, fire flow, and special hazards such as hazardous materials, kitchen hood suppression, and smoke control
• Prepare clear, accurate review comments and required corrections through the VertexPlans platform
• Coordinate with designers, contractors, developers, and municipal staff (including fire marshals and building officials) to resolve review comments
• Utilize VertexPlans for project tracking, documentation, communication, and report submission
• Consistently meet established turnaround times while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality

Qualifications

• Active ICC or TCFP Fire Plans Examiner certification required
• Minimum of 2years of experience in fire plan review
• Availability to work part-time on an as-needed basis remotely (no guaranteed minimum hours)
• Strong technical command of the IFC, IBC, and NFPA 13, 14, 72, and 101
• Prior experience performing fire plan reviews for municipalities preferred
• Working knowledge of Texas fire code adoption and local fire marshal requirements

About Aoka

Aoka is a third-party municipal services provider serving federal, state, and local governments with code compliance, inspections, and consulting. Our proprietary software, VertexPlans, streamlines plan reviews, inspections, and reporting—ensuring faster turnaround times and better communication for our clients.

Our Values: Continuous Improvement | Diversity of Thought | Empathy | Focus

Our Vision: Using technology to reshape construction.

Aoka is an equal opportunity employer (EEO), providing fair employment to all applicants and employees.