City of Oceanside Fire Department
Fire Inspector
Meet Haley Rabago, Fire Inspector, who tells us all about her role with the City of Oceanside Fire Department. A Fire Inspector is a job one can start right out of high school. They review building plans to verify proper fire protection systems, exits and code compliance; consult with architects, builders, and developers regarding methods, materials, city specifications and problem areas; conduct on-site inspection of new and existing construction projects; enforce applicable fire codes; pursue legal prosecution for violators as necessary; assist in the evaluation of fire safety conditions; recommends changes in building and fire codes to remain current with new materials and methods of construction; compile information and data and prepares related reports; review work and provides training to fire reserves on inspection and alarm systems testing; and perform mathematical calculations in the evaluation of fire sprinkler and water flow systems.
CAREER SNAPSHOT
AVERAGE WAGE
$62,500/yr
*This figure represents the median wage for this career in San Diego County and not the wages of any specific interviewee
OUTLOOK
Warm
This career has a stable demand. There may not be rapid growth, but employers are expected to continue hiring for these roles
INDUSTRY
Public Safety
The implementation of government policy and the management of public programs act as the bridge between political decisions and citizen services.
Is This Career Right For YOU?
What are the top traits for this career?
Realistic
You enjoy working with tools, equipment, and physical environments
Conventional
You like figuring out how things work and analyzing situations to find solutions
Investigative
You enjoy structure and following systems or procedures