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Bureau Veritas Group · 2 weeks ago

Fire Inspector

Greater Houston

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Bureau Veritas Group is seeking a Fire Inspector to ensure compliance with fire and life safety codes. The role involves conducting inspections, evaluations, and presentations related to fire safety and protection systems in the city.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Stephen B.

Responsibilities

Complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines

Respond to requests and inquiries from the public, other department personnel, and other city departments

Conducts presentations for the public, conducts demonstrations at sponsored events, and answers questions and written inquiries regarding the department, inspections, etc

Conducts field inspections and evaluations of life safety, fire safety, and fire protection systems, including but not limited to automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, generators, fire pumps, elevators, and special life safety systems

Inspects commercial and applicable residential occupancies for compliance with fire code, life safety code, and applicable city ordinances

Interprets and advises building contractors of city fire codes and procedures

Determines or recommends fire safety material and/or equipment needs

Makes recommendations of local amendments to model fire and building codes

Determines the operational readiness of existing ire suppression systems; conducts field tests and observations; documents required maintenance and identifies deficiencies to be corrected

Determines the operational readiness of existing fire detection and alarm systems and fire extinguishers within structures within the city; documents required maintenance and identifies deficiencies to be corrected

Conducts inspections of fire hazard complaints and underground storage tanks for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Inspects emergency access to sites within the city to ensure that all have required access for emergency responders

Verifies that businesses and residents within the city comply with applicable policies and procedures regarding the storage of flammable and combustible liquids and gases

Completes administrative duties including but not limited to: 1. Maintaining files, including records and reports of all incident responses, inspection reports, code enforcement records, and other related documents in a manner that allows them to be quickly filed and retrieved. 2. Maintaining inventory checks of equipment, uniforms, fire prevention equipment, and supplies

Qualification

Fire code enforcementFire safety standardsTexas Commission on Fire ProtectionComputer proficiencyJudgment under stressCustomer complaint resolutionEffective communication

Required

Knowledge of Federal, State, and city fire and life safety codes, ordinances, and regulations

Knowledge of fire code enforcement practices and procedures

Knowledge of fire safety standards, building materials, and construction methods, including water supply systems and building fire access requirements in accordance with the adopted code and fire investigation principles

Proficient in using computers and related hardware and software

Ability to exercise sound judgment and rational thinking under stressful and/or dangerous circumstances

Ability to evaluate various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action

Ability to read and understand applicable ordinances, laws, and regulations affecting all methods, equipment, and materials used

Ability to interpret plans and specifications to detect deviations in applicable fire and life safety codes

Skill in effective oral and written communications

Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns

Must possess a high school diploma or GED

Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license or equivalent license issued from the state in which you currently reside

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle record check, previous employment check, and criminal background check

Must possess Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Structural Fire certificate

Preferred

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Plans Examiner

TCFP Basic Fire Marshal

Benefits

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Company

Bureau Veritas Group

Glassdoor3.4

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification.

Founded in 1828

Neuilly-sur-seine, Ile-de-France, FRA

10001+ employees

https://group.bureauveritas.com

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