SAFEbuilt ยท 2 weeks ago
Fire Inspector I
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expSAFEbuilt is the fastest growing provider of privatized community development solutions in the country, seeking a talented and experienced Fire Inspector I to join their team. The role involves performing fire safety inspections to ensure compliance with fire prevention codes and ordinances, while participating in disaster preparedness programs and providing technical information on fire code requirements.
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Responsibilities
Perform fire safety inspections of residential, commercial, industrial properties and places of assembly to determine compliance with fire prevention codes and ordinances
Inspect, post and issue weed abatement notices; issue written notices requiring the abatement of fire and related health and safety code violations
Re-inspect to determine whether compliance has been achieved on all violations
Perform fire and safety clearance inspections for new business licenses
Participate in disaster preparedness programs
Review plans for code compliance with applicable fire and building codes including, but not limited to, checking underground fire mains, fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hazardous materials storage and architectural/engineering details
Research and review fire legislation, codes and ordinances
Provide technical information concerning fire code requirements
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Perform fire safety inspections of residential, commercial, industrial properties and places of assembly to determine compliance with fire prevention codes and ordinances
Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes
Inspect, post and issue weed abatement notices; issue written notices requiring the abatement of fire and related health and safety code violations
Re-inspect to determine whether compliance has been achieved on all violations
Perform fire and safety clearance inspections for new business licenses
Participate in disaster preparedness programs
Review plans for code compliance with applicable fire and building codes including, but not limited to, checking underground fire mains, fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hazardous materials storage and architectural/engineering details
Research and review fire legislation, codes and ordinances
Provide technical information concerning fire code requirements
Perform other related duties as assigned
Extensive knowledge of local building codes and current construction procedures/technology
Interpretation of codes in the field and ability to provide code compliant solutions
Must possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good time management, organization, and attention to detail skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative and a considerable amount of independent judgment
Two years of responsible experience in a variety of fire prevention
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Training and completion of college level courses in Fire Prevention, Fire Science, Fire Protection, Engineering, Plan Checking, Building Construction or a related field
Possession of a valid driver's license with good driving record
ICC Fire Inspector I required
South Carolina Fire Marshal license is required
Preferred
ICC Fire Inspector II is a plus
ICC Building Inspector Certification is a plus
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Paid training
New certification bonuses
A matching 401K Plan
Company
SAFEbuilt
Safebuilt is a provider of community development services for local governments and public agencies.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (1)
2024 (1)
2023 (5)
2022 (1)
2021 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-11-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Mike McCurdie
President/CEO
William Brown
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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2023-11-08
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