Forensic Fire Investigator - Hybrid CA

Rimkus Consulting Group; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Employer-matching 401(k)

Job summary

Rimkus Consulting Group, a leading engineering and forensic consulting firm, seeks a Fire Investigator (NAFI-CFEI minimum, IAAI-CFI preferred) in California. You will perform on-site fire analysis, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare detailed reports for litigation and subrogation purposes.

The role is hybrid, full-time with a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits. Requires 5+ years in fire investigation, NAFI-CFEI, and an AAS in a related field; IAAI-CFI aspirational

Qualifications

• NAFI-CFEI certification or higher is required, IAAI-CFI within 18 months preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of fire investigation experience.
• AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Determine origin and cause of fires and explosions across various settings.
• Secure fire/explosion scenes and preserve evidence.
• Conduct on-site forensic fire analysis, interview witnesses, collect items, and prepare reports.
• Identify and label evidence; maintain chain of custody.
• Provide technical support for subrogation and litigation.
• Research electrical, gas, fire, building code violations.
• Assist in presenting continuing education topics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Client communication

Microsoft Office

Technical writing

Field investigations

Education

NAFI-CFEI certification

AAS in Fire Science / Fire Investigation

IAAI-CFI certification (preferred)

Job description

Rimkus Consulting Group, a leading engineering and forensic consulting firm, seeks a Fire Investigator (NAFI-CFEI minimum, IAAI-CFI preferred) in California. You will perform on-site fire analysis, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare detailed reports for litigation and subrogation purposes.

The role is hybrid, full-time with a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits. Requires 5+ years in fire investigation, NAFI-CFEI, and an AAS in a related field; IAAI-CFI aspirational