60 Fire safety inspector jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Fire Safety Inspector Jobs in 2026

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There are no formal educational qualifications for a fire safety inspector. However, some employers may require an associate or bachelor’s degree in a fire science-related field. Most inspectors begin their career as firefighters, working their way to higher-level positions at their station. As you make your way to an inspector, you receive on-the-job training to equip you with the skills necessary for the role. Additional classes are highly beneficial in gaining inspection skills and learning safety codes. Excellent attention to detail and up to date knowledge of compliance issues are the top skills necessary for the job.

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Top Types Of Fire Safety Inspector Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Fire Safety Inspector positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Fire Inspector

    Salary range: $52,000 - $72,500

    A fire inspector is responsible for inspecting existing and new buildings to ensure that they are up to code and do not present any fire hazards. It is a fire inspector’s job to test and examine fire prevention measures, such as fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and evacuation plans. A large company may perform a fire safety drill for the inspector to oversee and provide feedback. For new building projects, a fire inspector supervises and approves fire prevention measures to ensure they meet state regulations. The job of fire inspector should not be confused with that of fire investigator. An investigator examines extinguished fires to find the source. An inspector examines buildings to prevent a fire from starting.

  • Nicet

    Salary range: $41,000 - $53,500

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  • Remote Nicet Fire Alarm

    Salary range: $49,000 - $69,000

    Remote Nicet Fire Alarm is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Remote Nicet Fire Alarm jobs pay between $49,000 (25th percentile) and $69,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Remote Nicet Fire Alarm job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Fire Extinguisher Inspector

    Salary range: $39,500 - $55,000

    Fire Extinguisher Inspector is a common job search query. Most salaries for Fire Extinguisher Inspector jobs pay between $39,500 (25th percentile) and $55,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Extinguisher Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Fire Sprinkler Inspector

    Salary range: $52,000 - $72,500

    Fire Sprinkler Inspector is a common job search query. Most salaries for Fire Sprinkler Inspector jobs pay between $52,000 (25th percentile) and $72,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Sprinkler Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Industrial Fire Protection

    Salary range: $48,500 - $72,000

    Industrial Fire Protection is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Industrial Fire Protection jobs pay between $48,500 (25th percentile) and $72,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Industrial Fire Protection job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Fire Pump Technician

    Salary range: $38,500 - $57,500

    Fire Pump Technician is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Fire Pump Technician jobs pay between $38,500 (25th percentile) and $57,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Pump Technician job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Fire Pump

    Salary range: $40,000 - $62,000

    Fire Pump is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Fire Pump jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $62,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Fire Pump job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Nicet Level Salary

    Salary range: $41,000 - $53,500

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  • Union Fire Sprinkler

    Salary range: $51,500 - $80,000

    Union Fire Sprinkler is a typical job search query Most salaries for Union Fire Sprinkler jobs pay between $51,500 (25th percentile) and $80,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Union Fire Sprinkler job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.