Fire Inspector - City of Bradenton
The City of Bradenton Fire Department is seeking to hire a full-time fire inspector to join a growing Bureau of Fire Prevention and Investigation in a department committed to continuous improvement.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Current Florida Firefighter II certification
Current Florida Fire Safety Inspector I certification as issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (may be eligible to attain within one year)
Valid Florida driver’s license
(See job posting)
Benefits:
12 paid holidays per year
96 hours vacation leave accrued per year and 1 vacation bonus day for every five years of service
96 hours sick leave accrued per year
Medical wellness program
Medical and life insurance available to employee and family
Pension plan with vested rights after 10 years of service, retirement benefits at age 55 with 10 years of service or at any age with 25 years of service
Continuing education program and degree program with educational incentive pay
Visit www.cityofbradenton.com/employment for more city employee benefits.
Salary:
Starting at $30.23-$44.50/hour ($62878.40-92,560), commensurate with experience.
Please visit www.cityofbradenton.com/employment for the Fire Inspector job description and application process.
The position is open until filled, but per the rules of the site this announcement will be remove on 12/13/2024.
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Fire Plans Examiner - Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
Job description
We are searching for an experienced Fire Plans Examiner as a full-time Regular Employee to join the “Magic Behind the Magic” at the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District!
POSITION SUMMARY:
Perform duties to review construction plans for compliance with the Florida Fire Prevention code, EPCOT building codes, and state codes, laws, and regulations relative to building construction, alteration, repair or maintenance, guided by precedent and working within the limits of established policies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential duties and responsibilities for the position of Fire Plans Examiner include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Review new plans, plan revisions, and plan amendments for conformance to applicable regulations and codes.
· Consult architects, engineers, contractors, project managers and owners to assist in achieving permit submittal and code compliance.
· Update and maintain the department’s permitting software.
· Assist in the issuance of permits and perform field inspections as required.
· Assist inspectors with plan inquiries during inspection processes.
· Recommend code modifications.
· Attend design review meetings as required to provide preliminary input to designers regarding upcoming projects.
· Conducts inspections of structures, premises and processes for life and fire safety code compliance.
· Acts and speaks on behalf of the Fire Marshal and the Fire Official.
· Attends training sessions, seminars, and schools as directed.
· Other duties as assigned
Competency:
· Excellent written and oral communications skills. Ability to read and interpret written documents, and the ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other employees, building owners, building occupants, craftsmen, contractors, architects, operators, and the general public.
· Basic knowledge of mathematical concepts and calculations and ability to apply them to practical applications such as calculating hydraulic flow rates and measuring and calculating distances.
· Ability to think and reason critically by defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Minimum Requirements:
· Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver’s License and maintain insurability under the District's commercial vehicle coverage.
· Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I certification.
· Must possess Certified Fire Plans Examiner certification by NFPA, ICC, or similar fire plans examiner certification.
· Four to five years’ experience as a fire department plans examiner is required. Two years of specialized experience in evaluating, drafting, or designing fire protection or life safety plans may be substituted for each year of required experience.
· Five years’ experience utilizing the Florida Fire Prevention Code (NFPA 1/ NFPA 101), NFPA 13, and/or NFPA 72.
· Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED acceptable to the District. An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Public Administration, or a related field is highly desirable.
· Considerable knowledge of Florida Administrative Code, Florida State Statues, and other laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to fire prevention and building construction.
Other Requirements:
The following requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and is not intended to be inclusive. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, as defined by law, to perform any essential functions.
Driving Requirements:
Must possess a valid Florida State Driver's license and maintain eligibility under the District's commercial vehicle program.
Physical Demands:
While engaging in the duties of this position the Employee will perform lifting and/or carrying of 60 lbs. occasionally with frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 20 lbs. Employee will constantly sit and occasionally stand and walk on a variety of surfaces. Employee will perform occasional bending/stooping/crouching, pushing/pulling and climbing/balancing. Employee uses their hand(s)/arm(s) to reach in any direction and seize, grasp, hold and turn object using hand(s). Employee uses fingers, versus whole hand, to pick, pinch and feel objects. Employees see, talk and hear. Visual functions include the ability to identify and distinguish colors and requires the adjustment of the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
Employee will operate motor vehicle(s) that involve the use of hand/foot controls.
PAY: Starting pay is $29.23/hour or $60,800.00 annually.
In addition to a competitive compensation package, the District participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) for its retirement benefits, and offers great medical, dental and vision benefits, fitness center access, comprehensive wellness program and more!
The position is open until filled, but per the rules of the site will be removed on 12-15-2024.
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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MANATEE COUNTY
Local Title: MANAGER, SAFETY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
(Fire Inspector)
State Title: Safety and Security Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB GOAL:
Provide direction and leadership in the area of safety while ensuring a safe environment for the students and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in applying contemporary fire and life safety principles, practices, technologies and techniques. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Possess applied knowledge of and demonstrated technical competency in interpreting and applying administrative rules promulgated by the Florida State Fire Marshal. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from top management, public groups, and school board members. Ability to provide training to employees. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical data; demonstrated ability to communicate with technical and non-technical individuals. Ability to keep informed and keep the school district in compliance with federal and state regulations and School District policy. Ability to develop, implement and maintain an effective safety program and coordinate all aspects of safety compliance and education, in accordance with a public-school setting. Ability to conduct and/or coordinate safety education classes and campus emergency management training. Ability to work calmly in difficult emergency situations. Ability to work collaboratively with business unit leaders and school administrators to develop and implement action plans for correcting fire and life safety issues. Training and experience in the review of building plans and schematics to determine compliance with building codes, fire codes and other safety requirements. Ability to work with multiple, diverse law enforcement and fire district entities serving the District to provide for the safety of students and staff. Ability to maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
REPORTS TO:
Chief Officer, Safety and Security
SUPERVISES:
Assigned Personnel
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. Traveling in personal car from school to school on an itinerant schedule.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Annual Salary Range : : $60,554 - $112,040
Apply at: manateeschools.net/careers
Use key word: safety and emergency to search
Job Closes 12-14-24.
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Fire Protection Specialist - City of Gainesville, FL
Salary Range Minimum: $61,061.22 Salary Range Maximum: $93,021.06
Closing Date: 12/17/2024
Job Details: This is advanced professional work providing technical and analytical reviews and designs related to fire protection systems, features, devices, and issues. The single position allocated to this classification reports to a designated supervisor and works under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory responsibility and from lower classes by its emphasis on advanced technical skills.
Job Description:
NATURE OF WORK
This is advanced professional work providing technical and analytical reviews and designs related to fire protection systems, features, devices, and issues.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS
The single position allocated to this classification reports to a designated supervisor and works under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory responsibility and from lower classes by its emphasis on advanced technical skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reviews and evaluates site and construction plans for developments, and engineered fire protection system plans, shop drawings and specifications (suppression, detection and alarm, smoke and fire control) to determine compliance with national standards, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, fire and building safety codes and standards, fire department policies, and procedures, and recognized fire protection principles and practices.
Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes existing structures, facilities and subdivisions for fire protection needs and helps develop fire safety improvement plans in conjunction with owners, developers, city, state, and other regulatory departments/agencies consistent with both prescriptive and performance based codes and standards.
Inspects construction sites and evaluates complex systems and/or devices required for fire and life safety within buildings or at specialized facilities and makes recommendations on modifications or potential modifications to the as-built environment utilizing technical expertise and innovative techniques.
Works closely with other city, county, state departments or bureaus and federal agencies to ensure proper coordination and timely completion of plans, to review tasks, and to maintain uniformity of code interpretations and policies between the Fire Department and those departments and bureaus.
Provides technical consultative assistance to architects, engineers, builders, developers and owners addressing code related needs or deficiencies pertaining to fire prevention and protection.
Provides technical assistance and advice relating to application, enforcement, and interpretation of codes and standards relating to fire protection to Fire Department members and other codes enforcement personnel.
Conducts studies and evaluates new building methods and materials to recommend methods for improving fire protection through promulgation and adoption of codes, changing procedures and practices, acquisition of reference materials and fire equipment to be used by the department in prevention, protection, suppression and incident control.
Attends work on continuous and regular basis.
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Fire Inspector - Lee County School District
Feel free to text DJ Beddow at 239-349-0097 with any questions. JOB ID: 20244025
Safety & Security NonInstructional, NonAdmin
Safety Security Full benefits/year-round Florida Retirement System
U11, $28.28, 8 hours, 255 days (Can increase based on experience)
https://www.leeschools.net/careers
Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy required qualifications.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Responsibilities
Additional Job Information
U11, $28.28, 8 hours, 255 days
Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience
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