FIRE INSPECTOR
POSTING DATE: AUGUST 14, 2026
POSTING END DATE: AUGUST 24, 2026
***NO PHONE CALLS ABOUT THIS JOB***
JOB SUMMARY
Performs inspections of residential, commercial and/or industrial properties for existing fire hazards and issues recommendations for the correction of such hazards. In addition, inspections are conducted for violations of and compliance with existing codes, local fire prevention ordinances and laws. Does related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Inspects buildings and structures for fire hazards such as inadequate wiring, blockage of fire exits, collection of rubbish or flammable materials, inadequate fire extinguishing equipment, etc;
- Issues notices of violations of the fire prevention codes, ordinances, and other laws pertaining to fire prevention;
- Investigates complaints of fire hazards;
- Inspects trucks carrying oil and gasoline;
- Inspects the installation of oil heating equipment to insure that proper safety measures have been taken;
- Issues permits for storage and sale of flammable liquids and explosives;
- Inspects and supervises the handling and use of explosives;
- Investigates premises after fires to determine cause and loss involved;
- Maintains records and issues reports of investigations;
- Keeps informed on the latest fire prevention methods and regulations and makes information available to interested individuals and groups;
- Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision is not typically a function of this position but incumbents may, as needed and/or depending on the needs of the City of Peekskill Building Department, oversee the work of other personnel involved in fire prevention.