Plans Examiner/Inspector - Fire

Plans Examiner/Inspector - Fire

Salary

$59,501.31 - $95,201.81 Annually

Location

North Port, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

202600101

Department

Fire Rescue Department

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

General Description

Specialized, technical work relating to all phases and types of fire protection plans and systems, review of building plans for code compliance and conduct fire and life safety inspections in all types of new construction, remodels and existing structures. Work is performed under the direction of the Fire Marshall. This position is a planned successor to higher positions in the Division with accomplished efforts in higher level understanding and application of codes and standards through education, networking, and experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Examines all construction plans submitted for fire and life safety compliance in all commercial and multi-family residential structures; recommends sound alternatives to comply with fire and life safety codes in new and remodel construction projects.
• Indicates changes required for conformance to building codes, construction practices and structural soundness.
• Notifies responsible person of defects and issues verbal or written instructions for correction.
• Reviews qualifications of plans designer prior to issuance of plans approval.
• Assists contractors, architects, engineers and the public with code compliance problems.
• Works with developers and architects on preliminary project planning.
• Confers with the Fire Marshal in daily activities.
• Advises other plans examiners, fire inspectors and building inspectors of code interpretations and procedures related to daily reviews.
• Conducts fire and life safety inspections in commercial and multi-family residential occupancies in the City as needed.
• Conducts inspections of fire protection, fire suppression and fire/smoke detection systems to verify such systems are installed in accordance with laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
• Prepares reports and ensures follow up for life safety violations, complaints and hazardous conditions.
• Investigates complaints of fire safety hazards and recommends resolution.
• Assists with fire drills, pressure and flow tests and water supply applications in commercial buildings, places of assembly and special areas.
• Ability to research, understand, and apply NFPA 1, Fire Code; NFPA 101, Life Safety Code;NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code; NFPA 1030, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Prevention Program Positions; and NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems; City of North Port ULDC and all applicable City of North Port Fire Codes.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures, pertaining to plans review of building construction and fire protection systems.
• Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skilled in using computers for data entry.
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform investigation work when required and write clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to use computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.) and enter data accurately from a wide variety of source documents.
• Ability to plan, organize and use mature judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions in accordance with established policy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other employees and the public.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma; Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience with fire systems and building plans review.
• Reasonable amount of experience in business and office administration, office procedures.

(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Florida drivers license Class E by date of hire.
• Must have a valid Florida State Fire Marshals Office Fire Safety Inspector certification by date of hire and must possess or obtain NFPA Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) certification within 12 months or as agreed upon at time of hire; or must have a valid Florida State Building Code Administrator certification by date of hire and must possess or obtain a valid Florida State Fire Marshals Office Fire Safety Inspector certification and must possess or obtain NFPA Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) certification within 12 months or as agreed upon at time of hire.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.

Aetna - Health Insurance

The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.

Cigna Dental- Dental Insurance

The Citys dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.

EyeMed Vision Care - Vision Insurance

The Citys vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.

Cigna Life - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance

The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.

Cigna - Short Term Disability

The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.

E-Flex - Flexible Spending Account

A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctors prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.

Trustmark- Supplemental Polices

Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.

LifeLock Benefit Solutions

Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.

ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans

The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.

Florida Retirement System - FRS

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.

Cigna - Employee Assistance Program

The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.

VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance

The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.

Florida Prepaid College Board

Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.

Educational Assistance Program

Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).

Paid Holidays

The City observes 13 paid holidays per year.

Sick Leave and Annual Leave

Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.

Sick Leave Incentive

Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.

Personal Leave

Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.

Bereavement Leave

Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an "immediate family member".

Employer City of North Port

Address 4970 City Hall Blvd

North Port, Florida, 34286

Phone (941) 429-7200

Website http://www.northportfl.gov