NEOGOV · 4 months ago
Fire Inspector I
30 North Market Street - Frederick, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$27.50/hr - $44.01/hr
5+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Frederick County Government, which is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The Fire Inspector I position is responsible for enforcing fire codes and conducting inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations in construction and renovation projects.
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Responsibilities
Enforce County and State Fire Codes and the fire laws of Maryland as they pertain to new permits
Perform on-site inspections at in-progress construction sites to assure full compliance with fire and life safety codes in the construction and/or renovation of businesses and multi-family residences
Participate in training sessions related to fire prevention and safety in order to keep abreast of current practices
Witness initial functional performance tests of fire protection, extinguishing and alarm systems
Compile and prepare formal inspection reports, memos, letters and other technical documents
Review and utilize applicable codes, ordinances, etc. published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and other recognized standards
Assist and interact with architects, engineers, developers, contractors, building owners, tenants and the general public
Perform permit review functions for suppression systems, alarms, pumps, etc. as needed
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Fire Science or a related field
Minimum 5 years of work experience performing life safety code inspections of fire systems including sprinklers, alarms and pumps
Ability to successfully complete NFPA training for certification as Fire Inspector I (NFPA #1031) within 12 months after hire, and Fire Inspector II (NFPA #1032) within 24 months after hire
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
High school graduation or the equivalent
Minimum 2 years of work experience performing life safety code inspections of fire systems including sprinklers, alarms and pumps
Minimum 3 years work experience as a career Firefighter
Current NFPA certifications as Fire Inspector I (NFPA #1031) and Fire Inspector II (NFPA #1032)
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
Benefits
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Retirement Plan: A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees.
Health Insurance: County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account.
Dental Insurance: Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options.
Flexible Spending Accounts: The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Life Insurance: Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation: The County offers a Section 457 Plan.
Educational Reimbursement Program: County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution.
Employee Assistance Program: This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave: Annual Leave – Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period.
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays: The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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