FY25 Fire Inspector
Company: City of Atlanta
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: October 12, 2024
Job Description:
Position is open until filledSALARY RANGE: $41,027.92 to
$61,595.44Purpose of Job: -The purpose of this job is to protect
life and property by enforcing all city fire codes, ordinances,
fire laws, and regulations of the state for which the assigned
department is accountable. -Recordkeeping and Documentation:
- Prepare deficiency letters to document inspections and to
report any resulting violations for permanent file; forwards
permanent file to supervisor for review.
- Composes deficiency letters on private fire hydrant
maintenance.
- Maintains log of upcoming inspection dates; keeps inspection
records and prepares reports for use by administrative or judicial
authorities.
- Completes daily and monthly activity reports, inspection check
lists, mileage and inspection reports, citations, vacant structure
and daycare facility forms, etc.
- Performs other related duties as requiredKnowledge of Job:Has
knowledge of fire safety practices, policies and procedures. - Has
knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards
and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and
responsibilities of the job. - Capable of effectively communicating
and interacting with the public, elected officials, management,
fellow employees' and all other city departments. - Make written
reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner. -
Has good organizational, human relations and technical skills. -
Capable to use independent judgment and discretion in determining
and setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving
problems. - Can comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, fire
codes, and the City of Atlanta Fire Prevention Ordinances.Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:The following duties are normal for
this job. - These are not to be construed as exclusive or
all-inclusive. - Other duties may be required and
assigned.Administrative Duties:
- Appears in court to give testimony on citations issue to code
violators.
- Locates property owner concerning abandoned building.
- Substitutes for co-workers in temporary absence of same.
- Enforces all city fire codes, ordinances, fire laws, and
regulations of the state to protect life and property.
- Inspect installation and removal of underground tanks.
- Review, research, study city ordinances, reference materials
and fire codes including National Fire Protection Association
Codes, Life Safety Codes, International Fire Codes and
International Building Codes.
- Assist in designing and writing evacuation plans for
businesses.
- Estimates time necessary to correct violations, compiles fire
loss information
- Attends meetings, seminars and training sessions as required to
remain knowledgeable of departmental operations, to promote
improved job performance and to stay current with changing
state/municipal codes and to maintain certification.
- Applicate must be capable of working night shifts, weekends and
holiday.
- Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code
violations such as accumulations of combustible material,
electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire
protection systems.
- Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into
compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and
standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their
representatives.
- Completing reports and documentation of inspections and any
resulting violations and processing paperwork.
- Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed
fire protection systems.
- Inspect and test fire protection and/or fire detection systems
to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with
appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and
standards.
- Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that
corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were
found.
- Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous
materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations,
and issue hazardous materials permits to facilities found in
compliance.
- Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code
violations observed, and corrective actions taken.
- Review and approve Emergency Evaluation Plans.
- Review construction plans for new or remodeled buildings to
ensure the structures meet fire safety codes.
- Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire
prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.
- Present and explain fire code requirements and fire prevention
information to architects, contractors, attorneys, engineers,
developers, fire service personnel, and the public.
- Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation
procedures.
- Inspect liquefied petroleum installations, storage containers,
and transportation and delivery systems for compliance with fire
laws.
- Develop and coordinate fire prevention programs such as false
alarm billing, fire inspection reporting, and hazardous materials
management.
- Testify in court regarding fire code and fire safety
issues.
- Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code
endorsement procedures.
- Issue permits for public assemblies.
- Serve court appearance summonses and/or notices on parties
responsible for violations of fire codes, laws, and
ordinances.
- Collect fees for permits and licenses.
Keywords: City of Atlanta, Columbus , FY25 Fire Inspector, Other , Atlanta, Georgia
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