Fire, Safety, and Health Building Inspector

Responsibilities

• Lead regular visual inspections of residential stock to ensure compliance with fire, life safety, and building codes
• Manage the Formal Fire Inspection Program, including vent hood cleaning and Ansul inspections
• Identify adverse health and safety conditions and direct appropriate remedies or maintenance repairs
• Manage community risk reduction programs and conduct onsite education for residents and staff
• Perform plan reviews and coordinate with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) on fire safety topics
• Track inspection results and manage data within university databases to ensure follow-up actions are completed
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to enforce university and state/local codes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of certifications and 8 years of experience in facilities or building inspection
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities, building inspection, or fire inspection roles
• Strong knowledge of fire codes, standards, and life safety regulations
• Proficiency in building maintenance, heating, cooling, and electrical systems
• Experience performing plan reviews and preparing detailed technical reports
• Ability to work in an active environment requiring standing, walking, bending, and climbing

Preferred Qualifications

• Residential Building Inspector certification (International Code Council)
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (National Recreation and Park Association)
• Professional facilities-related certifications
• Experience in community risk reduction and commercial building maintenance

About the Company

Student Life Facilities at the University of Michigan partners with various units to provide exceptional residential, recreational, and learning environments. We manage and maintain a vast portfolio of dining facilities, residential communities, and apartments to enhance the student experience.