Fire Prevention Specialist I/II: Inspections & Fire Safety

City of Escondido; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Escondido is hiring Fire Prevention Specialist I/II for their Fire Department. The role involves performing fire safety inspections, plan checks, and enforcing fire codes across a variety of facilities and construction sites.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with fire science coursework; an Associate Degree in Fire Science is desirable. Candidates must meet licensing and certification requirements and be prepared for standby and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by college level courses in fire science.
• An Associate Degree in Fire Science is desirable.
• Licenses and certifications include Fire Prevention 1A/1B/1C and 2A/2B/2C (or Inspector equivalents) and a valid California Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire safety inspections for residential, commercial, industrial properties, construction sites and places of assembly to ensure compliance with fire prevention codes and ordinances.
• Conduct technical plan checks for fire prevention purposes (e.g., building plans, life safety systems).
• Enforce City and State fire and safety laws and codes and maintain accurate records.

Education

High school diploma plus fire science coursework

Associate Degree in Fire Science desirable

Job description

The City of Escondido is hiring Fire Prevention Specialist I/II for their Fire Department. The role involves performing fire safety inspections, plan checks, and enforcing fire codes across a variety of facilities and construction sites.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with fire science coursework; an Associate Degree in Fire Science is desirable. Candidates must meet licensing and certification requirements and be prepared for standby and overtime as needed.