Fire Inspector/Plans Examiner

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Until 10/3/2026 5+ years exp First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job description

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City: Sacramento 

State: California

Position Overview

Full Time//In office - Sacramento, CA

 

Bureau Veritas N.A., Inc. is seeking qualified Fire Code Inspectors and Plans Examiners to sit in the Sacramento Head Office in California. The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive fire and safety inspections and plan reviews for residential and commercial buildings.

Essential Functions
•    Conduct fire and safety code inspections
•    Perform comprehensive plan reviews
•    Prepare written and electronic reports
•    Issue notices of correction
•    Interpret code regulations
•    Resolve complex technical problems
•    Maintain excellent customer service
•    Support business development efforts
•    Manage assigned projects
•    Travel as required for inspections

Preferred Skills
•    Technical writing proficiency
•    Analytical problem-solving
•    Excellent communication skills
•    Attention to detail
•    Ability to work independently and in a team

Minimum Qualifications
•    Education:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
•    Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Architecture, or related field (Preferred)
•    Bachelor's degree can sometimes substitute for experience
•    Experience:
•    Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
•    Minimum 2 years in plan checking, permit technician, or building inspection
•    Experience as firefighter or in related code enforcement field
•    Additional Requirements:
•    Valid California Driver's License
•    Proficiency in project management
•    Strong understanding of NFPA 1031 Standards

Key Certifications and Qualifications

Fire Inspector Requirements
•    State Certifications:
•    California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Fire Inspector I Certification
•    Must obtain within specified period of hire
•    Required CSFM Coursework:
•    Fire Inspector 1A
•    Fire Inspector 1B
•    Fire Inspector 1C
•    Fire Inspector 1D
•    Additional Certifications:
•    International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I Certification (Preferred)

Fire Plans Examiner Requirements
•    State Certifications:
•    California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) Plan Examiner Certification
•    Required Coursework:
•    Plans Examiner 1A
•    Plans Examiner 1B
•    Plans Examiner 1C
•    CA Statutes and Regulations
•    Additional Certifications:
•    International Code Council (ICC) Fire Plans Examiner Certification

Working Conditions
•    Combination of office and field work
•    Field inspections following OSHA guidelines
•    Physical ability to perform site inspections

This enhanced job description provides a comprehensive overview of the requirements, qualifications, and expectations for the Fire Code Inspector and Plans Examiner role at Bureau Veritas N.A., Inc.

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About this role

Summary

Perform fire inspections, plan reviews, interpret codes, and ensure safety compliance.

Job title

Fire Inspector/Plans Examiner

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

testing

Location requirements

In Sacramento, CA, onsite work only.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

fire inspector certificationfire plans examiner certificationknowledge of NFPA 1031report writingcode interpretation

Preferred skills

technical writinganalytical skillscommunication skillsattention to detailindependent work

Specializations

fire safetybuilding codesplan reviewfire inspectioncode enforcement
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sacramento, CA, USA

On-site City