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Fire Inspector/Plans Examiner

Bureau Veritas
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Bureau Veritas rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City: Sacramento 

State: California

Position Overview

Full Time//In office - Sacramento, CA

Bureau Veritas N.A., Inc. is seeking qualified Fire Code Inspectors and Plans Examiners to sit in the Sacramento Head Office in California. The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive fire and safety inspections and plan reviews for residential and commercial buildings.

Essential Functions
   Conduct fire and safety code inspections
   Perform comprehensive plan reviews
   Prepare written and electronic reports
   Issue notices of correction
   Interpret code regulations
   Resolve complex technical problems
   Maintain excellent customer service
   Support business development efforts
   Manage assigned projects
   Travel as required for inspections

Preferred Skills
   Technical writing proficiency
   Analytical problem-solving
   Excellent communication skills
   Attention to detail
   Ability to work independently and in a team

Minimum Qualifications
   Education:
   High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
   Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Architecture, or related field (Preferred)
   Bachelor's degree can sometimes substitute for experience
   Experience:
   Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
   Minimum 2 years in plan checking, permit technician, or building inspection
   Experience as firefighter or in related code enforcement field
   Additional Requirements:
   Valid California Driver's License
   Proficiency in project management
   Strong understanding of NFPA 1031 Standards

Key Certifications and Qualifications

Fire Inspector Requirements
   State Certifications:
   California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Inspector I Certification
   Must obtain within specified period of hire
   Required CSFM Coursework:
   Fire Inspector 1A
   Fire Inspector 1B
   Fire Inspector 1C
   Fire Inspector 1D
   Additional Certifications:
   International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I Certification (Preferred)

Fire Plans Examiner Requirements
   State Certifications:
   California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Plan Examiner Certification
   Required Coursework:
   Plans Examiner 1A
   Plans Examiner 1B
   Plans Examiner 1C
   CA Statutes and Regulations
   Additional Certifications:
   International Code Council (ICC) Fire Plans Examiner Certification

Working Conditions
   Combination of office and field work
   Field inspections following OSHA guidelines
   Physical ability to perform site inspections

This enhanced job description provides a comprehensive overview of the requirements, qualifications, and expectations for the Fire Code Inspector and Plans Examiner role at Bureau Veritas N.A., Inc.

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