Job Description

Fire Inspector at BOEING summary:

The Fire Inspector at Boeing ensures compliance with fire protection standards and codes across multiple aircraft production sites. They conduct inspections, enforce fire safety regulations, coordinate testing and maintenance of fire protection systems, and provide training on fire prevention. This role is critical to maintaining a safe environment and supporting emergency response operations at Boeing facilities.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Fire Inspector to join the team in Seattle, WA; Auburn, WA; Everett, WA; or Renton, WA .

The Boeing Fire Department is the world’s largest Industrial fire department. Boeing firefighters provide a safe working environment and are ready to respond to emergencies and disasters at our Boeing sites. The Boeing Puget Sound area has a diverse footprint with fire services supporting five sites. Auburn and Puyallup, Washington sites support fabrication. Everett, Washington hosts 747, 767, 777, & 787 aircraft production and customer delivery. Renton, Washington hosts 737 aircraft production while Seattle, Washington supports 737 deliveries and new aircraft derivative flight tests.

Position Responsibilities:

• Conducts field inspections and applies command media to ensure compliance with fire protection requirements

• Monitors, enforces, and documents compliance with locally adopted fire code and associated local fire protection requirements/amendments

• References fire code relating to the inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems

• Implements Boeing policy, procedure, and practice relating to fire prevention

• Establishes national and local recognized fire prevention codes, standards, and applicable methods

• Coordinates, supervises and conducts (as appropriate) the inspection, maintenance and testing of the fire protection systems to meet the requirements under National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 25 Standard for Inspection, Testing, Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, and equivalent standards

• Identifies corrective actions to ensure that properties and systems comply with federal/ state laws, municipal ordinances, applicable fire codes, contractual requirements, Boeing policy, and industry standards

• Documents violations and corrective actions within computer-based tracking applications such as Emergency Reporting

• Follows up on violation resolution and corrective actions until closure with employees and first level management

• Keeps the Deputy Chief and Fire Prevention Captain (as appropriate) informed of all Fire Inspections and prevention activities

• Maintains all fire protection system Inspection, Test and Maintenance records for all system inspections in computer-based tracking software such as emergency reporting in accordance with the record retention schedule

• Witnesses the acceptance testing of fire protection systems in accordance with the relevant design standards as Boeing’s Fire Protection representative

• Coordinates with Boeing Fire Protection Engineering as required to ensure appropriate site fire protection is maintained

• Performs reviews of operations, construction, and facility plans and drawings, relating to compliance with egress system design, portable fire extinguishers, emergency responder access, fire protection system naming and point identification, and general configuration of systems

• Reviews and compares new construction, including fire protection system modifications, with previously approved plans, identifying and resulting discrepancies, communicating discrepancies to the responsible organization, and following up to ensure discrepancies are resolved in accordance with the applicable codes, standards and the policies of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

• Participates and assists in all scheduled training requirements

• Provides fire prevention training and education to employees as needed to maintain Boeing’s status as a fire prevention first department

• Coordinates with firefighters, site services, construction management, contractors and outside agencies in the performance of their duties

• Assists, responds and participates in emergency incidents at the site

• Prepares and submits fire and medical reports as required

• Performs other functions as necessary to achieve Fire Department requirements

• Responds to and supports all emergencies involving company personnel, buildings, equipment and vehicles

• Responds and advances medical care

• Executes Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF)

• Executes Confined Space Rescue

• Executes as a Hazardous Materials Technician

• Responds to service requests as outlined in company and administrative procedures

• Inspects fire department apparatus, fire protection systems and fire protection equipment related to department procedures

• Executes hot work control

• Participates in training activities and instruction sessions

• Conducts training in basic skills of a firefighter

• Conducts training for external customers in emergency preparedness and safety skills

• Monitors systems and receive requests for fire department services and dispatch resources appropriately

• Maintains required skills to ensure job proficiency

• Demonstrates proficiency in all firefighting techniques

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Current International Code Council (ICC), International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and/or United States recognized Fire Inspector 1 certification

• Current valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Washington State driver’s license within 6 months of employment

• Current National Registry or Washington State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification

• Ability to apply for reciprocity within 30 days of your start date and obtain reciprocity within 6 months of your start date

• Willing to travel domestically as needed

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• State, IFSAC or Pro Board Firefighter 2 certification

• Ability to become a Hazardous Materials Technician within 1 year of your hire date

• Ability to pass and maintain a Firefighter physical/stress test

• 3+ years of experience in emergency services

• 3+ years of experience with building and fire codes, modern fire prevention principles, procedures and equipment

• 3+ years of experience with the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Project

• 3+ years of experience building relationships and partnering with all levels of employees, including executives

• 3+ years of experience applying risk management and mitigation principles

• 2 years of experience as a paid full-time Firefighter or any combination of 3 years of experience as a full-time, part time or volunteer Firefighter within the last 5 years

• Experience with aircraft rescue firefighting

• Experience with Security & Fire Protection or uniformed security policies, procedures, disciplines and requirements

Union Representation:

This is an hourly position represented by the International Association of Firefighters, Local I-66.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $37.00 – $49.23

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 02, 2025

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Keywords:

fire inspection, fire protection systems, NFPA codes, fire prevention, emergency response, fire safety compliance, aircraft rescue firefighting, hazardous materials technician, firefighter training, emergency medical technician

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, For contractors, Interim role, Work at office, Local area, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift,

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