Fire Inspector

Fire Inspector

Salary

$63,962.08 - $67,327.52 Annually

Location

Toledo, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00271

Department

Toledo Fire and Rescue

Division

Fire

Opening Date

11 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the inspection of public occupancies to ensure compliance with the Fire Prevention Codes of the State of Ohio and / or City of Toledo; performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Interprets and enforces the Fire Prevention Codes, Ohio Basic Building Code, and related regulations of the State of Ohio and / or City of Toledo to ensure the safety, health and welfare of the citizens of Toledo in conducting general fire safety inspections, final occupancy and a variety of fee-permit inspections to determine compliance with appropriate code.
• Conducts field investigations of commercial and four-family or greater residential properties for sprinklers, standpipe and alarm systems and possible fire code violations on routine or complaint basis.
• Conducts final occupancy acceptance tests to determine proper installation and operation of fire suppression and detection systems.
• Issues written orders to responsible parties and advises of time frame for correction of all violations.
• Prepares and maintains files, records, worksheets, reports and correspondence documenting testing, inspections and related activities.
• Reviews plans and specifications to verify if installations are according to Code.
• Re-inspects properties after time frame expires to determine code compliance, extension of time or court action.
• Discusses code violations with property owners, occupants and / or complainants.
• Coordinates efforts with building owners and occupants to improve fire and safety conditions and assists in establishing emergency evacuation programs.
• Testifies in court and before Fire Prevention Boards of Appeals and Building Board of Appeals concerning code violations.
• Prepares letters and reports as needed related to fire safety and inspection issues and cases.
• Takes pictures and measurements to document code violations.
• Performs and coordinates building inspections with other building inspection officials as needed.
• Participates in City-wide task forces to investigate complaints and code violations.
• Attends meetings with neighborhood and civic groups to answer questions about code enforcement or fire safety programs.
• Prepares and presents programs on fire code provisions.
• Attends continuing education programs to maintain required licenses and certifications.
• Obtains necessary documentation to justify search warrants and makes recommendations regarding same to supervisors.
• Appears before Judge to provide information regarding need for search warrant.
• Researches County Auditor property records to determine ownership as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of :

Skill in :

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will frequently stand, walk, and sit. Occasionally lifting up to 25- pounds. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will work in an office and in the field. They typically work during regular business hours, but investigators may also work evenings, weekends, and holidays because they must be ready to respond when fires occur.