Fire Prevention Inspector I: Fire Safety & Codes

City of Stockton, CA; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stockton, CA, is hiring two Fire Prevention Inspector I positions in the Fire Prevention Division. Under supervision, you perform routine inspections, enforce fire and life safety codes, and support plan reviews and public education programs.

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience; an AA degree substitutes for one year of experience. A California driver license is required and the inspector certification must be completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years of related work experience in fire service, hazmat, public safety, code enforcement, building inspection, evidence collection, or field investigations.
• An Associate of Arts degree can substitute for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts inspections of new construction and commercial facilities to ensure fire code compliance.
• Prepares detailed inspection reports and follows up on violations.
• Advises developers, contractors, and owners on fire prevention and code enforcement matters.
• Interprets codes and coordinates with other city services on inspections.

Skills

Fire inspection

Code enforcement

Public safety

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree substitution for one year of experience

Job description

The City of Stockton, CA, is hiring two Fire Prevention Inspector I positions in the Fire Prevention Division. Under supervision, you perform routine inspections, enforce fire and life safety codes, and support plan reviews and public education programs.

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience; an AA degree substitutes for one year of experience. A California driver license is required and the inspector certification must be completed.