Fire Safety Specialist II

Fire Safety Specialist II

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $32.89 - $48.09 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Laura Alexander
Application Deadline 10/29/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Fire Safety Specialist II

Duties:

• Conduct weekly testing for the certification (and renewal testing) of licensed technician to operate fi re extinguisher automatic fi re suppression systems and kitchen exhaust cleaning with a concerned (licensed) company in the state.
• Conduct yearly inspections of concerned companies that operate fi re extinguisher automatic fire suppression systems and kitchen exhaust cleaning throughout the state and surrounding communities.
• Certify all cigarettes that are sold in the state to insure theyare fire safe cigarette compliant.
• Issue food truck stickers to the local fi re departments and the teach the most up-to-date safety practices on the operation and inspection of a food truck.
• Approved plans for automatic fi re suppression systems located in new or remodeled state buildings universities colleges and schools.
• Change rewrite and update the appropriate tests used forcertifi cation of new technicians.
• Work closely with Utah interactive on the development of on-line testing.
• Maintain a mutualistic relationship and outstanding customerservice between industry and customer.
• Preparing cases by conducting legal research and gathering evidence.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws regulations and/or agency rules standards and guidelines etc.
• Providing consultation make recommendations give appropriate advice and/or facilitate decisions.
• Providing technical assistance on agency issues servicesprogram(s) and/or computer hardware and software etc.
• Delivering presentations stand up training or instruction tostaff management clients or the general public.
  

Preference:

May be given to current employees with the Utah Department of Public Safety

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

• Admnisters the safe cigarette program.
• Kitchen hood systems
• Oversees licensing and certification of fire extinguisher companies and technicians
• General fire safety inspections
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum or day-one qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Utah Drives license
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Basic computer skills
• 5 years experience as a firefighter

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

• Inspector I
• Expereince in the fire suppression industry

About the Role

Location
410 West 9800 South
Sandy Utah 84070
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency
The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 13 divisions and bureaus that include the Utah Highway Patrol the Division of Emergency Management (DEM) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Driver License division (DLD) Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) State Fire Marshal Highway Safety Office Communications State Crime Lab Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). The DPS dive team aero bureau CERT team and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety. DPS is made up of more than 1500 state employees who are stationed across Utah. The Department of Public Safety offers a unique and rewarding employment opportunity. More information about our agency can be found on .

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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