Job Information
City of Loveland Part-Time Fire Inspector in Loveland, Colorado
Description
Under the supervision of the Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector confirms compliance with plan review and fire code requirements for Loveland Fire Rescue Authority. This position conducts inspections of new buildings under construction, building modifications, tenant finishes, existing structures, and fire protection systems. Position will close to applicants on: Monday, October 21st at 12 noon M.S.T.
The salary range for this position is $31.92 - $47.88 per hour, with an anticipated hiring range of $31.92 – $39.90 per hour.
This is a part-time position that will work 20 hours per week. Typical work schedule is between the hours of 7:30am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday.
Benefit Information: At LFRA we recognize the importance of providing a comprehensive benefit program to help you and your eligible family members maintain your health and well-being. LFRA offers the following benefits:
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement Plans: 401(a) with employer match and voluntary 457
Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Flexible spending accounts
Paid time off including vacation, medical, holidays
Staff Psychologist & peer support team
To view information on LFRA's benefits refer to our 2025 Employee Benefits Guide (https://lfra.org/wp-content/uploads/2025-LFRA-Employee-Benefits-Guide.pdf) . For specific information related to benefits for part-time employees, please reference pages 48-51.
Specifically, this position:
Performs inspections of buildings, including fire protection and other relevant systems, in existing buildings, and new construction inspections if experience and qualifications are adequate, to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations.
If experience and qualifications are adequate, coordinates final acceptance testing and inspections with builders, developers, and contractors, relative to construction features, fire protection and alarm systems, and other associated code requirements.
Coordinates safety visits and existing-building inspections with building and business owners to ensure code compliance is achieved.
Ensures fire code requirements are met to provide emergency vehicle access, water distribution systems in relation to fire flow delivery, and fire/life safety standards in new developments and/or structures in the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority jurisdiction.
The Fire Inspector must have:
Knowledge of principles of fire prevention, fire and smoke behavior, hazardous materials storage and handling systems, fire suppression and detection technology, and comprehensive fire protection engineering principles.
The ability to utilize the International Fire and Building Codes and NFPA Standards when performing job functions.
The ability to read and interpret complex plans, maps and specifications.
The ability to analyze and resolve final acceptance testing and inspection deficiencies in accordance with locally adopted codes and standards.
Organizational skills and attention to detail.
Education:
- H.S. Diploma or GED
Preferred Experience (one or more of the following):
Fire Inspection experience;
Fire Protection Systems experience (inspecting, designing, and/or installing);
Fire Service experience
Licensing/Certifications
Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
NIMS 100, 700 required within 6 months of hire date
International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification preferred
Or must be obtained within 12 months of hire date
State of Colorado Fire Inspector I required within 12 months of hire date
Please click here (https://lfra.org/wp-content/uploads/Fire-Inspector-2024.pdf) to review the complete Fire Inspector job description.
Notices regarding the State of Colorado:
In compliance with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act "JAFA" any materials you submit as part of this application, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.
Recruitment timeline
(LFRA reserves the right to alter any recruitment process without notice)
10/21/2024 (12 noon MST)
Application Deadline
10/27/2024
Video Interviews
11/4/2024
In-Person Interviews
Please note, an offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment driving record and criminal background check.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your inquiries to LFRAHumanResources@lfra.org or 970-962-3199.
LFRA participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire LFRA will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees) for more information.
Veteran's Preference
LFRA applies a veterans’ preference to all hiring decisions. In accordance with C.R.S. 8-1-153, former military personnel or their surviving spouse must be verified as a “veteran”, by providing their or the service member’s DD214. The veterans’ preference does not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by LFRA. To complete and submit a LFRA Veteran's Preference application form, click here (https://lfra.org/veterans-preference/) .