Fire Safety & Plans Examiner — 9/80 Schedule & Codes

County of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside Fire Department is seeking a Fire Safety Specialist assigned to the Office of The Fire Marshal in Riverside. You will review plans, assess compliance with fire codes, inspect sites, and advise on fire protection requirements for buildings and facilities.

Qualifications include California Fire Inspector Series I courses (IA/IB/IC/ID) preferred, with high school diploma or GED and two years of related experience; an associate degree may substitute one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; list of requirements included on the application.
• Two years of fire safety or building inspection experience; associate degree may substitute one year of experience.
• Completion of Fire Inspector Series I (IA/IB/IC/ID) preferred; other certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Review building and site plans for code and ordinance compliance; determine fire protection measures.
• Study and evaluate plans and specifications for conformance with fire protection and life safety laws.
• Review fire system plans and determine water requirements for protection.
• Conduct special inspections and investigations related to fire codes.
• Coordinate plan checking with other departments and advise on code adoption.

Skills

Code knowledge

Plan review

Fire protection systems

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in fire protection or building construction technology

Job description

The County of Riverside Fire Department is seeking a Fire Safety Specialist assigned to the Office of The Fire Marshal in Riverside. You will review plans, assess compliance with fire codes, inspect sites, and advise on fire protection requirements for buildings and facilities.

Qualifications include California Fire Inspector Series I courses (IA/IB/IC/ID) preferred, with high school diploma or GED and two years of related experience; an associate degree may substitute one year.