Posting Title

ESHQ Fire Inspector

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Location

CO - Golden

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Position Type

Regular

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Hours Per Week

40

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Working at NREL

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.

From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.

NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.

Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.

We invite all interested candidates to apply for this opportunity. While we recognize that job seekers may hesitate if they don’t meet every requirement, we encourage dedicated individuals who meet all the basic and additional required qualifications of the role to submit an application. We value the opportunity to consider those who believe they have the necessary skills and ambition to succeed at NREL.

Job Description

NREL has an opening for a Fire Inspector. This position will support all aspects of the Fire Protection Program within the Environment, Safety, Health, & Quality Office. This position will report to the Fire Protection AHJ and will address site wide fire protection activities as a subject matter expert (SME). Key responsibilities include:

Essential Functions

• Provide inspection services for new construction activities including but not limited to fire barriers (firestopping, fire doors, wall construction) fire sprinklers, fire alarm, underground water supply, signage, and more.

• Inspect new and existing facilities for compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes, including the IFC, NFPA, and DOE codes/standards.

• Assist with implementing the NREL Fire Barrier program, including firestopping inspections, review of firestopping submittals, and interfacing with installers.

• Assist with implementing the NREL hot work program, including review of hot work activities and policy, and inspecting hot work activities.

• Assist with implementing NREL fire protection system impairment program, including providing oversight and guidance on how to safely impair safety systems.

• Assist with the oversight of inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire and life safety systems (fire sprinkler, fire alarm, emergency lighting, etc.)

• Assist with implementing the NREL Wildland Fire Management Plan. This includes defensible space inspections, structure hardening, community engagement, and modification of wildland fire policy.

• Record inspection findings in databases and in reports. Prepare clear and concise reports.

• Interface in a professional manner with a wide range of staff including scientific researchers, management, administrative, safety personnel, construction management, fire department personnel, and external stakeholders. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Convey fire prevention principles and requirements to stakeholders.

• Attend meetings with researchers, architects, engineers, fire department, and other stakeholders.

• Participate in testing and commissioning of fire and life safety systems as a fire protection subject matter expert.

• Host tours for local fire departments. Interface with local fire departments as a fire prevention subject matter expert.

• Read and comprehend construction and system plans.

• Under guidance of Fire Protection Engineers, Perform plan review of basic fire protection systems.

• Conduct inspections of hazardous materials and laboratory spaces.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of NRELs fire protection program in accordance with DOE orders and standards, applicable codes, and NFPA standards.

• Participate in industry associations. Maintain current with new developments and technologies within the fire protection industry.

• Assist in establishing, modifying, and overseeing fire protection program policies and procedures to support implementation of DOE O 420.1C and other applicable codes and standards.

• Participate in incident investigations that involve fire.

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Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Associate's Degree or certification program of comparable scope and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Extensive knowledge in specialized focused business support functions. A comprehensive understanding of both general and specific aspects of business support activities, and their practical application to a wide variety of problems and situations specific to the discipline or field supported. Advanced skills in applicable software packages and office equipment. Considerable project administration and business services skills. Broad knowledge of specific principles, procedures, and practices related to supported fields and disciplines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, team and interpersonal skills.

* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Innovative, solution-oriented, and creative thinking.

• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence, and perform independently.

• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office Suite, email and ability to quickly learn database software applications such as FileMaker.

• Ability to travel on occasion.

• Ability to learn and apply new codes and standards, especially as it pertains to field inspections and commissioning (e.g., IFC, NFPA 2, 13, 30, 45, 55, 45, 30, 497, 654, 101, 400, 2001, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain within nine months of employment, International Code Council Fire Inspector I or Colorado Fire Inspector I

• Possession of or ability to obtain within eighteen months of employment, International Code Council Fire Inspector II or Colorado Fire Inspector II

• ICC Fire Plans Examiner or Colorado Fire Inspector III

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Job Application Submission Window

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)

Job Profile: Specialist IV / Annual Salary Range: $63,600 - $104,900

NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits Summary

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.

* Based on eligibility rules

Badging Requirement

NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.

Drug Free Workplace

NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.

If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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EEO Policy

NREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy’s effort to secure an environmentally and economically sustainable energy future. With locations in Golden and Boulder, Colorado, and a satellite office in Washington, D.C., NREL is the primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies in the United States.

NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All candidates must be authorized to access the facility per DOE rules and guidance within a reasonable time frame for the specified position in order to be considered for an interview and for hiring. DOE rules for site access during the interview process depend on whether the candidate is interviewed on-site, off-site, or via telephone or videoconference. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation. Additionally, DOE contractor employees are prohibited from participating in certain Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs (FGTRPs). If a candidate is currently participating in an FGTRP, they will be required to disclose their participation after receiving an offer of employment and may be required to disengage from participation in the FGTRP prior to commencing employment. Any offer of employment is conditional on the ability to obtain work authorization and to be granted access to NREL by the Department of Energy (DOE).

Drug Free Workplace

NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.

If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.

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