FIRE INSPECTOR SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Apr 11, 2025 - The Fire Inspector possesses advanced knowledge of fire prevention, hazardous materials, protective equipment, and fire investigation principles, supported by certifications such as Firefighter II, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, and HazMat Operations. This role requires strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in engineering, construction, and municipal inspection settings. The inspector utilizes software tools like Deltek Vision and SAP Concur, ensures compliance with fire and safety regulations, and properly uses personal protective equipment when necessary.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Fire Inspector Resume
  • Code Compliance
  • Plan Review
  • Hazard Inspection
  • Fire Inspection
  • System Monitoring
  • Safety Evaluation
  • Risk Reduction
  • Equipment Testing
  • System Maintenance
  • Audit Management
  • Public Outreach
  • Problem Solving
  • Emergency Response
  • Team Collaboration
  • Drill Coordination
  • Employee Training
  • Agency Relations
  • Technical Guidance
  • Customer Communication
  • Trainee Training

Summary of Fire Inspector Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BA in Emergency Management with 5 years of Experience

  • Must be either IFSAC, Pro-Board or hold other certification acceptable to DoD and certified to the following levels -Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor I and HazMat Awareness
  • Fire inspector experience as a Fire Prevention Specialist
  • Must have certifications as a Fire Investigator and/or Plans Reviewer
  • Be able to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills and general word processing and computer skills
  • Deep knowledge of occupancy classification types, the fire hazards present in various occupancies, and the occupant load factors relating to various occupancy classifications
  • Knowledge of the fire department mission and organization, safety requirements and objectives, fire alarm and communications, fire behavior, and portable fire extinguishers
  • Must possess a positive attitude towards the Company and clients
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships
  • Able to write legibly and speak clearly

2. BA in Fire Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Must have an ICC certification level 
  • Strong knowledge of building and related municipal codes, fire inspection, life safety methods and techniques and, ADA methods and techniques
  • Strong communication skills, both written and oral
  • Ability to operate work-related technology (laptop, tablet, iPhone)
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and similar programs
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and conduct
  • Must be self-disciplined, able to work without direct supervision
  • Ability to work well with people and perform as a member of a team
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in a full-time fire suppression job (i.e., all-risk Firefighter with responsibility for conducting company-level inspections, conducting Public Relations events, etc.)
  • Journey-level experience in performing fire and life safety inspections of industrial, commercial, institutional, hospital, educational, residential, and public assembly facilities
  • Experience at or equivalent to the level of Fire Prevention Officer in a City, State, Federal, Tribal or local government

3. BA in Fire Administration with 3 years of Experience

  • Strong knowledge of fire safety practices, policies and procedures in the completion of daily responsibilities
  • Able to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans and activities and to monitor performance of subordinates against measured, established goals
  • Strong knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations about the specific duties and responsibilities of the job
  • Able to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, elected officials, management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City as they relate to the department
  • Able to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner
  • Has good organizational, management, human relations and technical skills
  • Able to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates, including the handling of emergencies, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems
  • Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information
  • Strong knowledge and proficient with computers
  • Able to read, understand and interpret fire safety reports and related materials

4. BA in Building Inspection Technology with 7 year of Experience

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Ramp Defensive Driving Course (DND/RDDC) certification to operate vehicles on the airfield
  • Must have a general level of computer skills
  • Able to work under extreme mental and physical stress
  • Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test
  • Technical experience in fire protection including performing and executing Hot Work Permits, Fire Extinguisher Maintenance, Fire Protection Inspections, or use of these programs
  • Intermediate skills and understanding of fire protection, health and safety disciplines, procedures, standards, techniques, and related analytical instrumentation, tracking and database systems and equipment
  • Experience in performance-based training for field and emergency response operations
  • Effective interpersonal skills and experience working independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing high-level customer service
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple moderately complex issues in a demanding environment with conflicting priorities, changing deadlines, and frequent interruptions
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an applicable Fire Inspector Certification
  • Ability to use a variety of communication devices such as cellular, two-way radios, and portable phones, and ability to relay pertinent information, read and interpret technical instructions, and state and local maps
  • Be able to read, speak and write English fluently

5. BA in Industrial Safety with 5 years of Experience

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, detail-oriented, with great organizational skills
  • Excellent verbal and written customer service skills
  • Prior experience in the engineering/construction industry
  • Previous experience with Building Inspection and/or municipalities
  • Working experience with Deltek Vision, SAP Concur, and/or document management software
  • Detailed understanding of personal protective clothing and equipment, water supplies and sprinklers, hazardous materials, fire prevention, public fire education, and fire cause determination
  • Able to use personal protective equipment (PPE) for some situations, including head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices
  • Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies
  • Must possess problem-solving skills
  • Must have a Firefighter II certification,  Fire Inspector I certification, Fire Instructor I certification and HazMat Operations certification
  • Must complete NIMS IS-100 and IS-700 Certification
  • Strong knowledge of computer software applications, including word processing, database management, and spreadsheets
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