Fire Inspector na Town of Gilbert, AZ

About the Department

***Internal Only***

Gilbert is on a mission to be the City of the Future. We choose to “Anticipate. Create. Help people.” With 100 years of history and growth, our focus is on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future while continuing to be one of the top communities in the country.  

In Gilbert, we are shaping a new tomorrow, today. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble. Join Team Gilbert, and help us shape a new tomorrow, today: https://youtu.be/ftB0lKDltvc

Position Duties

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.  Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a Fire Inspector to join Gilbert Fire & Rescue.

The Fire Inspector conducts inspections of various buildings, facilities and properties for hazardous conditions and code compliance.  The position also serves as a consultant to the public, business owners, contractors, and engineers to assist and recommend corrective actions for unsafe conditions and verify compliance with the fire code.

Examples of job duties include:

• Inspects:
  • new and existing buildings for compliance with fire codes, regulations and ordinances
  • special events, fireworks displays, and operational permits
  • fire protection and life safety systems 
  • food trucks for fire hazards and compliance with fire codes, regulations and ordinances
• Inspects occupancies that store, handle and use hazardous materials for compliance with fire codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Recommends corrections for defects and inadequacies that require corrections to comply with applicable fire codes, regulations and ordinances.
• Reviews site plans for fire exit plans and assists in the development of them.  Provides technical assistance for the interpretation of the fire codes.
• Provides public education to businesses to promote fire safety and fire code compliance.
• Assists with child safety seat program
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

You are someone who...

• Works thoroughly, leaving nothing to chance. You complete tasks from start to finish and are concerned with getting work done on time and correctly.
• Is careful with rules. Adhering to established guidelines and procedures is your specialty. You gather a high degree of information before making a decision. 
• Delivers high-quality service. You have strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments. You lead by example.

• Associate degree in fire science
• 4 years of experience as a building or fire inspector
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• International Fire Code Inspector I Certification within 1 year of hire date
• NHTSA Child Safety Seat certification within 1 year of hire date
• Valid Arizona driver's license by time of hire

Other Qualifications

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact!  If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.
 
Let's get this adventure started!
 
Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.