Description
Come be a part of a growing team in a growing community here at the City of Azle!
The City of Azle Fire Department is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Part-Time Fire Inspector. This role involves conducting fire and life safety inspections, enforcing city ordinances, and supporting fire investigations within the community.
Rate of Pay: $32.00 per hour
Hours: Maximum of 19 hours per week – Flexible schedule
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Fire Marshal, the primary duties include:
Performing fire and life safety inspections of commercial and public buildings for code compliance.
Conducting building and site plan reviews for new construction, including automatic fire suppression and detection systems.
Assisting with fire and arson investigations to determine cause and origin.
Investigating routine complaints of fire hazards.
Preparing various reports on operations, activities, inspections, and investigations.
Consulting with contractors, engineers, architects, developers, and property owners regarding construction projects and activities.
Assisting with public education and public relations activities.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Experience: Five years of experience in fire prevention, fire/arson investigation, or fire inspection is preferred.
Experience and Certifications
Required: Valid Texas Class C Driver's License (Class B preferred).
Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Fire Inspector Certification.
Preferred Experience: Five years of experience in fire prevention.
Five years of fire/arson investigation experience.
Five years of fire inspection experience.
Preferred Certifications:Texas Commission on Fire Protection Structure Firefighter Basic Certification
Basic Arson Investigator Certification
Basic, Intermediate, Advanced or Master Peace Officer Certification
Texas State Certified Emergency Medical Technician.
Required Knowledge:
Must have a working knowledge of: Fire Code
Life Safety Code
Rules and Regulations of the State of Texas
Code of Criminal Procedure, Penal Code, and Rules of Evidence
Fire prevention, fire/arson investigation, code enforcement, hazardous materials, and the policies and procedures of the city.
Computers and software relevant to the position.
Specific Skills Required
Reading: Work requires the ability to read general correspondence, building and construction plans, manuals, maps, and information with construction terminology and abbreviations. The ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents is also required.
Math: Requires the ability to perform general math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and fire ground calculations. You must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
Writing: The ability to write general correspondence, request forms, and reports.
Application Information
Applications will be accepted through January 20th, 2026.
The City of Azle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
