Fire Plans Examiner

Aoka; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$40-$50 per hour, based on experience

Dollar-for-dollar company match up to

Work remotely from Texas

Job summary

Aoka is seeking an experienced fire protection professional to review fire and life safety plans on a project-based, as-needed basis. This remote role serves clients nationwide but currently focuses on Texas jurisdictions, offering flexible hours and meaningful work that protects occupants and first responders.

You will review IFC/IBC and NFPA submittals, coordinate with municipal staff, and deliver precise comments through VertexPlans, contributing to safer buildings and efficient project

Qualifications

• Active ICC or TCFP Fire Plans Examiner certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years 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.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural and fire protection plans for compliance with the IFC, IBC, 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.

Skills

Fire plan review experience

IFC/IBC/NFPA knowledge

Remote part-time work

Municipal plan review experience

Texas fire code knowledge

Education

ICC/TCFP 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 remotely 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.