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Fire Life Safety Inspector / Fire Prevention #8971

City of Cape Coral
$64,147.20 - $100,360.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, long term disability, retirement plan, pension
United States, Florida, Cape Coral
Oct 18, 2025
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes IMPORTANT: Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete ALL employment, education, licenses/certifications, and skills fields within the online application. The application is the primary record for determining your employment eligibility. You may attach a resume and cover letter to provide information in a different format, but your resume should never include information not already in the application fields. Do not use SEE RESUME in any of the application fields. Pre-interview assessment/tests pertinent to the required job skills may be required. About Us* The City of Cape Coral is the seventh largest city in Florida, has over 1,500 full-time employees, provides various career path opportunities, and offers a robust training and development program for improving current talents, developing new skills, and building effective business relationships. *Perks and Benefits* Free city-paid employee health coverage, additional for spouse or family City Employee Health & Wellness Center for healthcare services 5 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation) 11 paid holidays Pension plan City-paid life and long-term disability insurance Optional Vision and Dental Plans Tuition reimbursement Gym membership reimbursement And much more! *Qualifications* Education and Experience High school diploma/GED. Licenses or Certifications State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector or obtain within ninety (90) days of hire. Must possess a State of Florida Fire Investigator or International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI)- Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) or NAFI Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI), or obtain within twenty-four (24) months of hire or promotion. Must possess or obtain within six (6) months of hire or promotion: CPR AED and First Aid Provider. Must possess a valid state driver's license and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS Meets physical ability requirements designated by the Cape Coral Fire Department. *Key Responsibilities* Consults with builders, owners, and contractors to identify potential problems or violations, discusses any necessary modification and/or changes required, and ensures corrective action is taken in assigned area. Inspects buildings and facilities under construction, alteration and/or repair for compliance with applicable code requirements and for safe application of construction practices in assigned area. Receives and investigates complaints related to fire hazard or code violations, makes recommendations, insures notification, and conducts re-inspections. Investigates extinguished fires to determine origin and cause; if accidental, makes recommendation to prevent reoccurrence. May conduct fire investigation with State Fire Marshal's Office and other local law enforcement personnel. Advises builder/owner of violations; initiates appropriate action to bring installation into compliance; orders removal or modification of equipment as required; follows appropriate departmental procedures to ensure enforcement and corrective action taken in assigned area. Please review the full job description by clicking on the link below. To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button located in the top right corner of the job description window. FIRE LIFE SAFETY INSPECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION *An Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace*