Top 213 Fire prevention Jobs in California

Fire Prevention Inspector
City of Fremont —Fremont, CA
- $107,091.97 - $130,170.95 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Residential
Risk Management And Prevention Program Specialist 7980
City of Los Angeles, CA —Los Angeles, CA
- $112,104 - $163,887 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
11d
Designated Campus Fire Marshal
University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
Fire Inspector (Civilian)
City of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $45.92 - $56.39 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
5d
Deputy Fire Chief
City of Gonzales —Gonzales, CA
- $7,993.66 - $10,878.27 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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4d
Fire Inspector
Northern Sonoma County Fire Protection District —Geyserville, CA
- From $38.47 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —San Francisco Bay Area, CA
- From $40,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Palm Springs, CA
- From $40,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Yuba City, CA
- From $40,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Asset Protection Manager
Ace Hardware Corporation —Rocklin, CA
- $102,900 - $128,600 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Operations Admin/ WHS Specialist
Quality Packaging —Oxnard, CA
- From $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Data analysis skills
- Data entry
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —Riverside, CA
- From $40,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor
TTM Technologies —San Diego, CA
- $76,760 - $127,933 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Math
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Safety and Asset Protection Manager
Ace Hardware Corporation —Visalia, CA
- $102,900 - $128,600 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Dave Wilson Nursery —Hickman, CA
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
12d
EHS Safety Coordinator
PENTAGON TECHNOLOGIES GROUP INC —Sunnyvale, CA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
EHS Coordinator
Polycorp Ltd —San Jose, CA
- $105,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Fire Prevention Inspector
CITY OF GLENDALE CA —Glendale, CA
- $7,027.76 - $9,184.97 a month
- Overtime
- Background check
- Writing skills
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Fire Department Plan Checker II
Alameda County —Oakland, CA
- $71.07 - $87.37 an hour
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Associate Fire Plans Examiner
California State University —California
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Basic math
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Paid holidays

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Fire Prevention Inspector

City of Fremont -
Fremont, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$107,091.97 - $130,170.95 a year

Qualifications

Environmental regulations
Appeals
Fire investigation
Legal correspondence preparation
Legal presentation of evidence
Construction regulatory compliance
Facilities fire safety systems
Construction site inspections
Environmental compliance
Fire codes and regulations
Employee training
Crowd control
Research
Mid-level
Environmental health
Physical surveillance
Residential building construction inspection
Construction plans
Records management
Vegetation management
Public permit issuance
Public safety procedures
Fire suppression system inspection
Public safety education
Legal evidence
Building code analysis
Educational program planning
Investigative reports
Physical safety enforcement
Building installation safety compliance

Full Job Description

JOB

The Fremont Fire Department is recruiting for the position of Fire Prevention Inspector. VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE
THE DEPARTMENT
The Fremont Fire Department is committed to protecting life, property, and the environment through emergency response, prevention, preparedness, and community engagement. The Department serves a diverse and growing community and is dedicated to delivering high-quality public safety services through professionalism, collaboration, and innovation. The Fire Prevention Bureau is a specialized division within the Fire Department, dedicated to safeguarding the Fremont community and promoting a culture of safety and preparedness in the City.
IS THIS THE ROLE FOR YOU?
This position is ideal for a professional who enjoys a balance of technical inspection work, public interaction, investigation, and problem-solving. Fire Prevention Inspectors play a critical role in protecting the community by helping ensure compliance with fire and life safety regulations while educating the public and working collaboratively to resolve hazards and safety concerns.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates sound judgement
Has the ability to interpret and apply fire and life safety codes in a fair, consistent, and professional manner
Is comfortable working independently in the field
Is a natural team player and collaborator

If you are interested in protecting the community through fire prevention, life safety education, inspections, investigations, and collaborative problem-solving, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while serving the Fremont community!

ABOUT THE POSITION
Under general supervision, Fire Prevention Inspectors perform administrative, inspection, investigative, and technical work related to the enforcement of fire and life safety regulations, hazardous materials management requirements, municipal codes, and related fire prevention programs.

Responsibilities may include:

Conducting inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, educational, and high-occupancy facilities
Researching and interpreting fire and life safety codes
Investigating complaints, conducting field investigations, and assisting with fire investigations
Preparing reports, notices, legal documents, and related records
Issuing citations and enforcement notices when necessary
Reviewing work plans and issuing permits for specialized operations and special events
Participating in weed abatement and vegetation management activities
Providing fire and life safety education and outreach
Participating in large-scale investigations and special event activities

HOW TO APPLYThis position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications is July 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (PST). This recruitment may close without notice after this date, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment.

SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing [email protected].

CONTACT US
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: [email protected]

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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Fire Prevention Inspector - Class Specification

Definition

Under general supervision, performs administrative, inspection, investigative and technical tasks to assist in the administration, implementation and enforcement of various fire and life safety statutes, certain elements of the hazardous materials management programs, State regulations, City codes and ordinances and related fire prevention policies and procedures. Investigates complaints, completes nuisance abatement investigations and performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics

This fully qualified journey level, non-sworn classification reports to the Deputy Fire Marshal and is characterized by responsibility for conducting investigations involving fire and life safety codes and related municipal codes and ordinances, to determine violations to gain compliance, and provide training to staff. Assignments and objectives are specified, with the employee responsible for planning and organizing work. Work review is periodic, usually upon employee initiative with the employee presenting alternative courses of action. It is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Fire Prevention Inspector by the latter's responsibility to plan, organize and supervise the work of the Division. Incumbents of this classification may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays as necessary to complete assigned duties and responsibilities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Inspects a variety of residential, educational, institutional, commercial, industrial and high occupancy buildings and land for compliance with local, state and national fire codes, and building, administrative, environmental or public health codes as applicable.
Researches codes for application and interpretation to various conditions; explains violations and appropriate mitigation measures.
Tests operation of installed fire extinguishing systems; notifies owners and explains and discusses corrections required.
Issues citations as may be necessary for continued non-compliance.
Conducts interviews, field investigations and site surveillance.
Assists with the investigation of fires at the discretion of the Fire Marshal.
Prepares reports and maintains records of fire inspection and investigation work.
Participates in large scale investigations with other City personnel or local agencies.
Reviews work plans and issues permits for specialized commercial/industrial operations, public fires, special events and other activities with owners, architects, engineers, and construction managers for resolution of hazards and violations.
May inspect sites and buildings before construction or alteration to determine practicability of plans, compliance and regulations, and validity of permits.
May testify in court cases involving fire prevention, inspection or enforcement proceedings.
Issues "STOP WORK" and "DO NOT OCCUPY" orders, writes warning letters to negligent owners or contractors, and carries negligent cases through prosecution channels in situations of non-compliance where appropriate; may issue citations as appropriate.
Develops and presents fire safety education programs.
Participates in special events or related crowd management activities.
Prepares written reports, legal documents, memos and letters.
Prepares case information for and presents evidence at appeal hearings and other legal proceedings.
Participates in managing the weed abatement and Vegetation Management program.
May act as advocate in appeal hearings.
Performs related duties as required by the Fire Marshal or Deputy Fire Marshal.

Marginal Functions

Other duties as assigned.
May inspect fire suppression systems, construction plans, and work in progress for conformance to appropriate codes and approve fire safety aspects.

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fire prevention jobs in california

Fire Prevention Inspector

Risk Management And Prevention Program Specialist 7980

Designated Campus Fire Marshal

Fire Inspector (Civilian)

Deputy Fire Chief

Fire Inspector

Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection

Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection

Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection

Asset Protection Manager

Operations Admin/ WHS Specialist

Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Fire Protection

Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor

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Environmental Health and Safety Manager

EHS Safety Coordinator

EHS Coordinator

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