Fire Inspector Assistant

TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
Fire Inspector Assistant

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $29.42 per hr.
WORK LOCATION: 315 W Williams St. Apex NC, Hybrid work is an option
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 16 hours per week - non-benefited
POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled


HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT:
An employee in this position will assist within the fire department’s risk reduction division. Based on experience this can include performing regular fire inspections of commercial and retail establishments, schools, and residences as required under state laws and Town ordinances, review of new commercial building plans and new construction inspections, and life safety education to the public. Considerable public contact requires that the employee exhibit tact and diplomacy in seeking compliance with fire laws, codes, rules and regulations. Work is performed under the supervision of the Fire Marshal and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning the quality and effectiveness of work performed.

This position reports to the Fire Marshal.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:
Conducts fire inspections of businesses, commercial buildings, schools, day care centers, nursing homes and places of public assembly for existing or potential fire hazards; enforces fire section of state building code and NFPA codes.
Conducts follow-up inspections to ensure that deficient conditions are corrected; prepares and submits reports of deficiencies.
Answers questions from private citizens, contractors and builders; researches manuals and code books for solutions and responses to violations; responds to complaints.
Maintains accurate inspection records; enters inspection information in computer.
If qualified, reviewing and approving commercial building plans.
Additional Functions
Performs related duties as required.

WHAT SETS YOU UP FOR SUCCESS:
High school diploma or GED. Minimal (less than one year) experience required.

Special Qualifications
Possess certifications of completion or have reciprocity documentation for:

• NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800
• Fire Inspector I
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

• Fire Inspector II & III
• Experience with plan review software (Bluebeam and GeoCivix)

GET TO KNOW APEX:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 84,000 and has been ranked as one of Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 740 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefit package and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.


KEEP IN MIND:
Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license check prior to employment. Some positions may also require SBI fingerprinting as part of the background screening process.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.