Fire Prevention Specialist I

NOW HIRING Fire Prevention Specialist I or Fire Inspector I (Depending on Qualifications and Experience - See Fire Inspector Listing) Under the direction of the Fire Marshal, this FLSA non-exempt, entry-level position conducts inspections assigned to the Fire Prevention Bureau; assists with various fire prevention and life safety educational programs and advises on fire and life safety in buildings, subdivisions and processes; assists with fire investigations. Performs a variety of administrative and technical work related to fire inspection and prevention. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs entry-level technical duties. Examines fire protection system shop construction drawings and specifications for new buildings or contemplated repairs of existing buildings for conformance to fire and building codes Inspects existing buildings or new buildings during construction to ensure that stairways, means of egress, fire and life safety systems and completed buildings comply with fire and life safety regulations. Performs routine fire and life safety inspections and life safety system inspections to insure compliance to fire code. Maintains a variety of data and records regarding fire inspection or prevention activities; prepares reports regarding fire inspection or prevention as required. Peripheral Duties Assists with public addresses and education on fire prevention; demonstrates fire hazards and fire prevention methods and procedures; trains business employees in the use of fire extinguishers. Assist in the investigation of fire incidents. Instructs classes in assigned subject areas. Assists in training new employees as assigned Assists in other department administrative activities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent. One (1) year of experience in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must obtain ICC Fire Inspector I within three (3) months of appointment to position. Must obtain Utah Fire and Rescue Academy Fire Inspector I Certification within twelve (12) months of appointment to position. No felony conviction or disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven years. Must be a citizen of the United States at the time of hire or provide proof of appropriate work permit. Must be able to read and write the English language. Desired Qualification Public education experience. Experience with building construction, construction materials and the ability to read and understand building construction plans. Previous inspection experience, firefighter experience or equivalent education. Working knowledge of fire codes and ordinances Working knowledge of fire investigation methods and procedures Skilled in the operation of the tools and equipment listed. Effective oral and written communication skills. Must have the ability to effectively apply standard fire prevention techniques. Must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Must have excellent interpersonal skills. Must have general knowledge of building construction, construction materials and the ability to read and understand building construction plans. Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. ***Park City Fire has a strict "NO VISIBLE TATTOO" policy. Tattoos may not be visible while wearing the approved, short-sleeve duty uniform shirt.