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GENERAL SUMMARY

This is a technical position in the Fire Department responsible for coordination of fire inspections. This position is responsible for coordinating, scheduling and inspecting all facilities, fuel farms, and mobile fueling vehicles for compliance with Fire Codes. This position reports violations and necessary corrective actions to owners/representatives; refers code violations to proper agency when applicable. Recommends approval/disapproval of code variances and is responsible for all re-inspections. Assists with fire prevention training as needed. This employee reports to the Deputy Chief.

• The public
• Tenants
• Co-workers
• Other departments
• Supervisors
• Contractors
• Builders and Architects
• Government entities including building, planning and zoning
• Other fire rescue departments
• Serves as Departmental liaison

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Recommends approval/disapproval of code variance requests.
• Coordinates, schedules and conducts inspections at all six Airport Authority locations to ensure compliance with local, state and federal fire and safety codes of all fuel farms, fuel trucks, and buildings on airport property. Report findings to the appropriate individual or agency.
• Provides precise documentation, record keeping and site visits involving records management of all fuel carts, fuel arms, fuel trucks and fuel storage facilities inspected every 90 days and submits documentation for FAA Part 139 inspections.
• Functions with facility managers, departments and/or operations around the airport to achieve code compliance on life safety, FAA or environmental concerns.
• Performs safety inspections prior to events, enforcing no smoking compliance and fire extinguisher annual inspections on all extinguishers maintained by the IAA.
• Responsible for all re-inspections.
• Coordinate and/or conduct training classes for employees of tenants and other departments of the airport.
• Provide advice to the Engineering Department concerning fire code regulations and emergency route requirements. Attend pre-construction and variance meetings.
• Reviews plans for compliance with fire codes, NFPA standards, safety, and laws, and applies knowledge of building codes and construction.
• Perform computer entry of records and store information redundantly.
• Assist in the investigation of all fires and coordinates with the Fire Commander and officers for evidence collection and preservation; including taking photographs as necessary.
• Sees that evidence is controlled throughout the proper chain of evidence with the Airport Police Department.
• Testifies in court, and conducts interviews as necessary.
• Collects and records data for Division and other Fire Department reports.
• Assists with Public Education events as necessary.
• Perform any other functions assigned by the Division Chief
• Serves on boards and committees as directed

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school or successful completion of a high school equivalency exam
• Three to five years' experience in code enforcement.
• Ability to perform all of the physical and cognitive tasks outlined in the job description
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the duties of this position.

• A valid driver's license (Class A) and a demonstrated good driving record
• Ability to perform all of the essential functions of the job outlined above without creating a direct threat to the safety of oneself or others
• Ability to read English labels, notices, signs, etc.
• Hold certifications in the following areas:
  • Fire Inspector I/II or equivalent
  • Uncorrected vision of 20/100 or better and corrected vision of 20/40 or better

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to walk, sit, use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, balance, stop, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25+ pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by the position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Operate a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license. Use of a computer and other personal assistance devices (tablets or mobile phone) are a must for this position.
• Work environment: This position is performed within an office environment approximately 80-90% of the time. The other 10-20% the employee could be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. With multiple worksites the noise level varies from the office environment and the outside environment. The incumbent in this position is expected to work independently and as part of the team.

• Read and comprehend
• Comprehend, retain and follow oral and written instructions
• Exercise good judgment
• Set priorities
• Effectively communicate
• Make informative presentations
• Continue technical and physical training
• Control high stress situations
• Provide instructions and training
• Direct
• Fill in forms
• Make decisions
• Inspect

• Work as a team
• Regular extended continuous work schedules, able to work flexible hours
• Outside and inside work sites
• Exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions
• Exposure to dust, dirt, mud
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious substances
• Exposure to moving machinery, nip points
• Exposure to high stress situations
• Exposure to life threatening situations
• Multiple work sites