Job Openings

Office: Fire Services
Salary: $15/hour (As-Needed)

Announcement Date: 8/20/2021

GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB

Responsible for inspecting buildings to ensure they are up to fire code standards. Reports to the County Fire Marshal.

Duties

• Inspect buildings and structures to identify potential fire hazards.
• Assist with new construction plans review process and occupancy certifications.
• Ensure buildings are equipped with fire control equipment, including fire extinguishers.
• Locate fire code violations.
• Recommend actions to bring properties into compliance.
• Conduct inspections onsite.
• Check for accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
• Test fire protection systems.
• Ensure buildings are in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
• Write and file reports.
• Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations.
• Keep abreast of current fire safety codes and firefighting procedures.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Certified SC State Fire Marshal
• NFPA Firefighter 1 preferred but not required
• Six years related experience
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

Schedule/hours, 20-24 hours per week as needed.

Fairfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.