Fire Inspector 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. Schedules and supervises annual fire inspections; conducts follow-up inspections to ensure that deficient conditions are corrected; prepares and submits reports of deficiencies; issues civil penalties for noncompliance when appropriate. Answers questions from private citizens, contractors and builders; researches manuals and code books for solutions and responses to violations; responds to complaints. Conducts fire prevention education programs, lectures and demonstrations upon request. Maintains accurate inspection records; enters inspection information in computer. Reviews construction plans for new buildings and performs code compliance inspections during the construction process as needed to assist the Town Fire Marshal. Performs the duties of a firefighter on major fire calls when directed to respond. Performs related duties as required.
