Fire Code Inspector I (Construction Services)

The Fire Code Inspector I is an entry level position responsible for conducting Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) inspections within the City of Colorado Springs. This role focuses on evaluating structures and surrounding properties for compliance with WUI codes and standards including assessment of structure hardening features and verification of proper fuels management and defensible space. The inspector works directly with property owners contractors and community members to ensure wildfire resilient construction practices and vegetation conditions supporting the departments mission to reduce wildfire risk and enhance community safety in WUI areas.

Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer!

• Inspect buildings facilities and structures to ensure compliance with applicable fire and safety codes
• Make educational presentations on fire prevention topics to City staff and the public
• Enforce fire prevention standards and pertinent national state and local codes laws and ordinances
• Examine the interiors and exteriors of buildings to determine hazardous conditions or violations of fire codes
• Interpret plans and construction drawings to ensure code compliance and proper installation of fire protection and life safety systems
• Consult with business owners contractors consultants and engineers concerning unsafe conditions; recommend corrective actions; and verify compliance
• Maintain and update a variety of files and records related to your inspection activities phone calls and meetings
• Prepare reports and correspondence
• Stay current on technology related to fire protection systems and software

• Current fire codes building codes and associated standards
• Current fire protection/detection systems technology
• Methods and techniques of data collection report preparation filing and record keeping
• Principles and practices of building construction techniques
• Safe work practices and procedures
• Modern office technology

• Learn apply interpret and enforce all pertinent federal state and local laws codes and regulations including the locally adopted Fire Code Building Code and Mechanical Code
• Learn to safely operate specialized inspection equipment including hydrant and light testing equipment decibel measuring equipment and air velocity meters
• Use analytical judgment and decision making skills
• Read and comprehend construction plans details and drawings to include fire protection system plans
• Write inspection reports business letters and summaries
• Advise others outside direct reporting responsibilities
• Seek and understand different points of view
• Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• A high school diploma or GED
• One (1) year of full-time experience in a related field
• 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
• Possess or obtain within 12 months of hire the following certifications:
  • ICC (International Code Council) Fire Inspector I
  • State of Colorado Fire Inspector I
  • ICS (Incident Command Systems) 100 200 and 700

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

The background check for this position includes a fingerprint and background check through the Colorado Springs Police Department.

• Experience as a sworn Firefighter
• Experience as a Fire Code Inspector I
  
• Experience as a Building Inspector
  

Physical Demands: In this position you must be able to walk crawl kneel squat push pull climb ladders and stairs to conduct inspections. It requires the ability to sit stand or walk for extended periods and lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally 25 pounds frequently and 10 pounds constantly.

This work which can be very strenuous is performed under extremely difficult and dangerous conditions.

Environmental Conditions

Primary Work Environment - Office environment with travel from site to site
Extreme Temperature - Occasionally
Wetness and Humidity - Frequently
Respiratory Hazards - Frequently (dust smoke fumes and gases)
Noise and Vibrations - Frequently
Physical Hazards - Frequently (hazardous materials)
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Continuously
Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Rarely

The background check for this position includes a fingerprint and background check through the Colorado Springs Police Department.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming 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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