Senior Safety Inspector-Boiler/Pressure Vessel Unit, Region E

State of Missouri; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

State of Missouri's Division of Fire Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal, seeks a Senior Safety Inspector for the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Unit. You will conduct inspections, perform calculations, and prepare reports in assigned counties, ensuring compliance with safety codes.

Applicants must have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, plus strong public‑facing skills. The role offers a defined benefits retirement, health coverage, generous leave, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited four-year high school, or equivalent certification from the State Department, plus three years of related experience.
• Eligible for Missouri Commission for boiler and pressure vessel within 90 days of employment.
• Excellent public relations and communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and pass physical/mental examinations as prescribed.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct periodic boiler and pressure vessel inspections in assigned counties.
• Perform engineering calculations and propose corrective actions for unsafe conditions.
• Prepare inspection reports in a web-based system with observations and recommendations.
• Conduct accident investigations related to boilers and pressure vessels and file necessary reports.
• Provide presentations as requested.

Skills

Public relations

Inspection

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Boiler/pressure vessel certification

Job description

Since 1972, the Missouri Division of Fire Safety / Office of the State Fire Marshal has been the State of Missouri’s premier regulatory oversight and enforcement agency for Fire Investigations, Fire Inspections, Elevator and Amusement Ride Safety, Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety, and Firefighter Training and Certification. The Division provides services to over 25,000 firefighters in Missouri, as well as to the 6.1 million residents and over 40 million visitors to the state, each year.

Our vision is to work with Missouri’s Fire Service and other partners to provide a safer environment for the citizens and visitors of Missouri by minimizing the threat of death, injury, and property loss.

Our mission is to provide proactive statutory enforcement, regulatory oversight, and education to protect all lives and property from the devastation of fires, explosions, and life safety hazards.

We value responsibility, integrity, professionalism, fairness, and dedication. The Division of Fire Safety is looking for a person who share these values to serve as a member of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspection Team.

In addition to challenging work that makes a difference, Senior Safety Inspector’s receive a great benefits package including paid time off, medical/vision/dental insurance, life insurance, and a defined benefits retirement.

Job Description

• Applicant must live or be willing to live in Butler, Stoddard, Wayne, Carter or Ripley Counties. If the applicant is outside of this area, the application will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis, and the location must be approved by the Division Director.
• Work independently and under the supervision of the Compliance Inspection Manager, otherwise known as the Deputy Chief of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Unit.
• Schedule and conduct periodic inspections for boiler and pressure vessels in an assigned geographic area as required by statute, rule, and regulation.
• Make necessary engineering calculations and resulting recommendations to correct any unsafe conditions found.
• Make reports of inspection on a web‑based system describing conditions observed and recommendations, if any.
• Under general supervision, perform accident investigations related to boilers and pressure vessels, and complete necessary reports.
• Provides presentations as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

An applicant for the position of Senior Safety Inspector of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Unit must:

• Be a graduate of an accredited four‑year high school, or in lieu thereof, shall have obtained a certificate of equivalency from the State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, plus three years of experience:
• In boiler or pressure vessel construction or repair; or
• As an operating engineer in charge of high‑pressure boiler operation; or
• As an inspector of boilers or pressure vessels; or
• A valid commission from the national board.
• If not already in possession, be able to obtain a Missouri Commission for boiler and pressure vessel within ninety (90) days of employment (provided by the Division of Fire Safety – Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Unit).

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Additional Qualifications And Requirements

• Additional documented hours of training in the boiler/pressure vessel inspection field is preferable.
• Excellent public relation skills.
• Shall be of good moral character.
• Shall not have been convicted of a felony or other crime involving moral turpitude.
• Shall be a citizen of the United States.
• Shall possess ordinary physical strength and be able to pass such physical and mental examinations as the State Fire Marshal may prescribe.
• A Senior Safety Inspector for the Boiler/Pressure Vessel Safety Unit shall not hold any other commission or office, elective or appointive, or accept any other employment while an inspector, without prior approval.
• A Senior Safety Inspector for the Boiler/Pressure Vessel Safety Unit shall not accept any compensation, reward, or gift, other than regular salary and expenses for the performance of official duties.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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