Are you passionate about preventing disasters and protecting the community? Do you want to join an organization where integrity, pride, and respect are at its core values? If so, then the City of Fairfield's position of Fire Inspector I is for you. The ideal candidate is looking for a long-lasting career within the Fire Prevention Bureau and will perform a full array of fire inspection and prevention duties with an emphasis in weed abatement and vegetation. This recruitment will fill 1 full-time/benefitted vacancy and establish an eligibility listing for future needs.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Fire Inspector I is the entry-level class in the fire inspector series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform residential and commercial inspections and prevention duties of a more routine nature, perform duties for weed abatement, as well as learn City policies, California Building/Fire Codes and specific methods and techniques for assigned areas of responsibility. This classification may alternatively be staffed with Fire Inspector II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level class.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed both in an office and outdoors. The incumbent in this position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The position entails working in situations that may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles, electrical shock or mechanical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, drive motorized vehicles and often work with interruptions.
Work in this position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift and transport equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.To learn more about the City of Fairfield and the incredible work performed by the Fire Prevention Bureau, please check out the following videos:
Why the City of Fairfield is a great place to work!
Community Education Efforts - Wildfire Prevention
How It Fits - Weed Abatement
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY USES AN ELECTRONIC REFERENCE CHECK PROCESS. REFER TO THE “REFERENCE CHECKS” SECTION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS JOB POSTING FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION.
Education: - A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: - 2 years of experience dealing with the public, including identifying and resolving problems is required.
License and/or Certificate:- Possession of a valid Class C California State Driver's License is required at the time of hire.
- Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.
Please click here to access the full job description.THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.
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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.
REFERENCE CHECKS:
The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates referred to an eligibility listing. Do not list your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application if you do not want them contacted prior to receiving a conditional job offer. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted at any point in the recruitment process, without prior notification to you.
Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.
The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.