We have an exciting and highly rewarding part-time Fire & Explosion Investigator opportunity in the Denver area. If you have your CFI, 5 years of practical experience in Fire & Explosion ...
We have an exciting and highly rewarding part-time Fire & Explosion Investigator opportunity in the Denver area. If you have your CFI, 5 years of practical experience in Fire & Explosion ...
We have an exciting and highly rewarding part-time Fire & Explosion Investigator opportunity in the Greater Minneapolis area. If you have your CFI, 5 years of practical experience in Fire & Explosion ...
We have an exciting and highly rewarding part-time Fire & Explosion Investigator opportunity in the Greater Minneapolis area. If you have your CFI, 5 years of practical experience in Fire & Explosion ...
Fire Inspector
Apple Valley, MN · On-site
$86K - $107K/yr
Assists and conducts fire investigations for origin and cause, working with the Fire Marshal and law enforcement investigators. Works collaboratively with the Fire Marshal. First Round Interviews:
Fire Inspector
Apple Valley, MN · On-site
$86K - $107K/yr
Assists and conducts fire investigations for origin and cause, working with the Fire Marshal and law enforcement investigators. Works collaboratively with the Fire Marshal. First Round Interviews:
Fire Inspector
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$86K - $107K/yr
Assists and conducts fire investigations for origin and cause, working with the Fire Marshal and law enforcement investigators. Works collaboratively with the Fire Marshal. First Round Interviews:
Fire Inspector
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$86K - $107K/yr
Assists and conducts fire investigations for origin and cause, working with the Fire Marshal and law enforcement investigators. Works collaboratively with the Fire Marshal. First Round Interviews:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$80 - $110/hr
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$80 - $110/hr
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$70 - $110/hr
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Fire Consultant
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$70 - $110/hr
AAS in Fire Science, Fire Investigation, Forensic Science or related experience as a fire investigator, firefighter, or law enforcement officer/investigator. PHYSICAL DEMANDS, OVERTIME, and TRAVEL:
Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal - Excelsior
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will manage fire code enforcement, building plan reviews, fire investigations, public education programs, and special event safety compliance. Additionally, as an Assistant Chief ...
Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal - Excelsior
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will manage fire code enforcement, building plan reviews, fire investigations, public education programs, and special event safety compliance. Additionally, as an Assistant Chief ...
Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal - Excelsior
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will manage fire code enforcement, building plan reviews, fire investigations, public education programs, and special event safety compliance. Additionally, as an Assistant Chief ...
Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal - Excelsior
Excelsior, MN · On-site
$85K - $100K/yr
The ideal candidate will manage fire code enforcement, building plan reviews, fire investigations, public education programs, and special event safety compliance. Additionally, as an Assistant Chief ...
Fire Chief
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Such command-level experience shall include the areas of fire suppression, rescue, fire investigations, emergency medical services, or emergency response planning and exercise using an all-hazards ...
Fire Chief
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
Such command-level experience shall include the areas of fire suppression, rescue, fire investigations, emergency medical services, or emergency response planning and exercise using an all-hazards ...
Fire Chief
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$152K - $226K/yr
Such command-level experience shall include the areas of fire suppression, rescue, fire investigations, emergency medical services, or emergency response planning and exercise using an all-hazards ...
Fire Chief
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
$152K - $226K/yr
Such command-level experience shall include the areas of fire suppression, rescue, fire investigations, emergency medical services, or emergency response planning and exercise using an all-hazards ...
Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Tower, MN · On-site
$69K - $93K/yr
Developing, maintaining, and improving an accident and investigation process to identify root ... Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.
Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Tower, MN · On-site
$69K - $93K/yr
Developing, maintaining, and improving an accident and investigation process to identify root ... Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.
Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Tower, MN · On-site
$69K - $93K/yr
Developing, maintaining, and improving an accident and investigation process to identify root ... Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.
Principal Health & Safety Fire Protection Engineer
Tower, MN · On-site
$69K - $93K/yr
Developing, maintaining, and improving an accident and investigation process to identify root ... Design fire detection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems.
Part Time SIU Investigator
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
Through our operating brands, HVACi, StrikeCheck, National Fire Experts, Donan Engineering, BSC Forensics, Component Testing Laboratories, The Robison Group, VRC Investigations, TechLoss, Mecanica ...
Part Time SIU Investigator
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
Through our operating brands, HVACi, StrikeCheck, National Fire Experts, Donan Engineering, BSC Forensics, Component Testing Laboratories, The Robison Group, VRC Investigations, TechLoss, Mecanica ...
$105K - $137K/yr
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. * May be required to ... fire department or brigade. (2) Rescue operations. (3) Detection, reduction, or elimination of ...
$105K - $137K/yr
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. * May be required to ... fire department or brigade. (2) Rescue operations. (3) Detection, reduction, or elimination of ...
Part-Time Surveillance Investigator
Duluth, MN · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Through our operating brands, HVACi, StrikeCheck, National Fire Experts, Donan Engineering, BSC Forensics, Component Testing Laboratories, The Robison Group, VRC Investigations, TechLoss, Mecanica ...
Part-Time Surveillance Investigator
Duluth, MN · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
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Fire Alarm Designer
Saint Paul, MN · On-site
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Saint Paul, MN · On-site
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Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Mendota Heights, MN · On-site +1
$20/hr
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Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Mendota Heights, MN · On-site +1
$20/hr
The responsibility of a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice is to assist in the laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial ...
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Mendota Heights, MN · On-site +1
$23/hr
The responsibility of a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice is to assist in the laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial ...
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Mendota Heights, MN · On-site +1
$23/hr
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A fire investigator investigates the cause of fires, particularly when arson is suspected. Fire investigators examine the crime scene, process latent print samples, gather evidence using collection tools, interview witnesses, process the evidence collections, and report their findings to law enforcement agencies. A fire investigator examines the crime scene and determines how the fire started. Similar roles include arson investigator, firefighter, and forensic science technician.
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| Aspect | Fire Investigator | Fire Marshal |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Fire Investigation Certification, Fire Inspector Certification | Fire Investigation Certification, Fire Inspector Certification, sometimes Fire Prevention Certifications |
| Work Environment | Scene investigation sites, laboratories, forensic settings | Fire prevention, code enforcement, public education, investigation |
| Employer & Industry | Fire departments, law enforcement, forensic labs | Municipal fire departments, government agencies, fire prevention offices |
Fire Investigators focus on determining the cause of fires, often working at fire scenes and forensic labs. Fire Marshals have broader roles including fire prevention, code enforcement, and public safety education, often overseeing fire investigations. Both roles require similar certifications, but their primary responsibilities and work environments differ.
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$85/hr
Part-time
Re-posted 28 days ago
Key responsibilities
Investigates and analyzes the origin and cause of fire and explosion events at various sites.
Collects evidence, documents scenes, photographs incident sites, and preserves evidence for further review.
Interviews witnesses, fire service personnel, and local officials, and documents statements related to fire incidents.
Job description
Inspiring People - Impactful Experiences
If there was one common theme to describe what our team members get from a career with Envista Forensics, it's: An Experience. Envista prides itself on being One Company/One Team.
Forensic Consulting relies on scientific principles to investigate all types of failures impacting service, people, and business production- from minor to catastrophic. It's our job to analyze and determine why it happened.
We're always looking for great professionals, in all disciplines and locations - contact us for more information about other opportunities.
We're looking for someone who:
- Is Passionate. You have a genuine passion to problem solve.
- Is motivated and cultivates innovation. You're driven to be the very best. You challenge yourself to grow and learn every day and are encouraged by other team members.
- Is collaborative. You're excited to work with others throughout a global organization to help foster a superior workplace and culture. You are constantly thinking of new ways to make Envista successful.
- Wants to make an impact to drive results. You're looking to do amazing work. You're all about helping our clients both internally and externally.
- Operates with integrity and instills trust. You always conduct yourself with honesty and operate ethically in everything you do.
Job Description
We have an exciting and highly rewarding part-time Fire & Explosion Investigator opportunity in the Denver area. If you have your CFI, 5 years of practical experience in Fire & Explosion Investigation, enjoy a challenge and have a curious mind this is the opportunity for you.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Investigates & analyzes the origin and cause of fire and explosion events within residential, commercial, and industrial sites per NFPA 921 and 1033.
Collects Evidence and Document scenes per NFPA 921 & 1033.
Photographs incident site (and records when specifically required/requested) and preserves equipment/components, and stores evidence retrieved from the scene for further evaluation/review pending client's written disposition instructions.
Interviews witnesses, to include owner, occupants, tenants, etc. and canvasses neighborhood to identify other potential witnesses to record statements; interviews responding and investigating fire service personnel and other local officials, as to their actions associated with the incident.
Identifies, documents, and analyzes compliance with the applicable codes of any installed fire suppression and detection system within a given building or property.
Researches failure modes and code requirements as needed and prepares recommendations to present to stakeholders.
Prepares accurate, clear, thorough, and concise reports and letters outlining the cause and origin of the damages to clients. Follows established policies, procedures, and processes in preparing information, exercising sound judgment in applying these to potentially unusual or complicated situations, and submits reports and documents in a timely manner and in accordance with client's standards and expectations.
Proactively works with multi-disciplinary teams on large and complex assignments while contributing, as an effective member of the team, assisting co-workers as needed, and learning from colleagues and supervisors.
Maintains established relationships with current clients and consultants.
Required Skills/Abilities/Experience:
5+ years of experience as a fire investigator - a combination of Public and Private sector experience is ideal (a combination of education and experience will be considered).
IAAI CFI required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
NAFI-CFEI certification
Must be bondable and eligible for licensing as a private investigator where so required, some jurisdictions require written testing for licensing.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to work in catastrophic environments, such as the aftermath of natural disasters, weather events, etc., for an extended period.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in a work capacity.
Preferred Skills/Abilities/Experience:
Experience with commercial and industrial facilities is desired.
Experience working with law firms and insurance companies is a plus.
Education:
Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field is preferred
Salary Range: $75-$85/hr
One Company/One Team is not just one of our 5 Guiding Principles, it's we how separate ourselves from our competitors. We learn together, we win together and through our team members voices, we bring certainty to an uncertain world.
At Envista Forensics, we recognize that our potential team members come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a role. We strive to reflect the communities and clients we serve to drive innovation, excellence, and meaningful work-We want you to bring your authentic self to Envista.If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Envista Forensics embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives
EnvistaForensics believes that Veterans arrive with not only translatable skills and technicalexpertisebutin addition comewith the intangibles; leadership and values that we believealign with our 5 Guiding Principles. Simply put, these qualitiesenable oursuccess,soweencourageallGuardsmen, Reservists, and Veteransto considerEnvistaas their next career destination.