CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY Fire Code Inspector II (DFM)

Fire Code Inspector II

The Colorado Springs Fire Department is seeking an energetic positive dynamic and determined individual to join our diverse team of inspectors and engineers within the Technical Services Section of the Division of the Fire Marshal. The Fire Code Inspector II is an exciting position in a fast-paced work environment with avariety of challenges and rewards.

In this position you will ensure code compliance with the locally adopted International Fire Code applicable NFPA and other standards to make structures installations and processes safe for the public and occupants. The Technical Services Section primarily deals with hazardous materials high-piled combustible storage and medical marijuana and extraction facilities.

Essential Job Functions- the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Perform annual and new construction hazardous material medical gas and hazardous material inspections relating to operational and construction hazardous material permits such as carbon dioxide and other inert gases liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) above and underground fuel storage tanks fireworks pyrotechnics flame effects etc.
• Inspect properties that store handle and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws codes standards and regulations; ensure other buildings are in accordance with appropriate laws codes ordinances regulations and standards and are equipped with appropriate fire protection and/or suppression equipment including fire extinguishers
• Perform site analyses to determine the need for hazardous materials permitting; issue hazardous materials and other annual or temporary permits to facilities found incompliance
• Conduct fire code inspections on new remodeled and existing structures; existing business inspections; and new and existing public school inspections requiring certification from the Colorado Division of Fire Safety
• Ensure fire protection systems are inspected and in proper operational status
• Recommend actions to bring properties into compliance
• Accurately and descriptively write and file reports
• Keep abreast of current fire safety codes practices and firefighting procedures

• Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention information to engineers and construction workers
• Serve order notices and/or summons when fire code violations are not corrected
• Serve on various technical departmental City national and/or community committees
• Give educational and informative presentations to City staff the public and other organizations or groups
• Assist in the fire code adoption process

Knowledgeand understandingof:

• Code and standard requirements for the proper handling use and storage of hazardous materials
• Current fixed ire protection/detection systems technology
• Inspection principles and practices related to various building techniques safe work practices and procedures
• Pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations including the locally adopted fire code building code mechanical code and related hazardous materials legislation

• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Learn to operate a variety of specialized inspection equipment
• Learn and understand a variety of specialized processes
• Read and comprehend construction documents including plans details specifications and calculations
• Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing
• Interact professionally with members of the community city agencies contractors engineers civic groups and organizations

• A high school diploma or GED
• Two years of full-time experience as a Fire Code Inspector I or equivalent
• Possess or obtain upon hire and maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado drivers license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Certifications:

• Specialized training in the usage storage and handling of hazardous materials
• Experience as a Fire Inspector II or equivalent
• ASSE 6020 Medical Gas certification

Physical Demands.The ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally 25 pounds frequently and10 pounds constantly is required.

Please contact CSFD Human Resources at
or for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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