Fire Investigator

3 weeks ago


San Diego, United States Alpine Intel Full time

**_Are you looking for a company who believes in world-class employee culture and focuses on growing YOU professionally?_**

Welcome to National Fire Experts, a leader in the property insurance intelligence industry. We are currently seeking a **Part-Time Fire Investigator **to join our growing team in **San Diego**, CA.**

The Fire Investigator is responsible for studying fire and explosion scenes. They will do all the required studies and all other work necessary to determine the cause and origin of fires and explosions. They will convey their findings and conclusions to others in a clear and concise manner, usually through a written report. If necessary, they will defend their opinions in a court of law.

**_What Does National Fire Experts Offer You?_**
- Remote Schedule
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Bonus Opportunity
- Career Growth
- A Diverse & Positive Work Environment
- Professional Development
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Coverage
- 401K with Match
- HSA and HRA (Employer contributions)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off and Holidays

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Timely field visits to loss sites to conduct cause and origin investigations.
- Provides honest and unbiased analysis and consultation on various fires and explosions.
- Field studies and research on a daily basis.
- Must travel to perform investigations within a 100-mile radius (further when required) from the assigned office. Depending upon the workload and distance traveled, occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Will have close client interaction, often dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
- Writes and submits detailed and accurate reports on completed investigations in a timely manner in accordance with company guidelines.
- Will communicate with National Fire Experts' customers to provide timelines and project updates on a consistent basis.
- Must be willing and able to provide expert testimony and/or depositions on an as needed basis.
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule during periods of peak business demand.
- Will provide excellent customer service to both the company’s internal and external customers.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Must have CFEI certification through NAFI, or CFI certification through IAAI (preferred).
- Must hold or have the ability to obtain a Private Investigator License in the state(s) in which they are assigned within 60 days of employment (if applicable).
- Must be familiar with NFPA 921.
- Must meet all the requirements for qualification as a fire investigator per NFPA 1033.
- Previous expert testimony or deposition experience highly preferred but not required.
- Degree or some college coursework is preferred but not required.
- Must have at least 2 years of hands on experience working in the public and/or private sectors performing fire origin and cause investigations on residential and commercial structures.
- Must be well organized with the ability to deliver fast and accurate turnaround times.
- Must be able to handle multiple project workload and periods of high stress, especially during times of peak business demand.
- Must be hands-on and able to climb ladders and roofs, crawl in tight spaces, etc. as needed to perform investigations.
- Will work projects that are assigned to them unless sufficient hazards are identified utilizing National Fire Experts' Safety Protocol guidelines and JSA’s.
- Meet all standards for pre-employment physical examination.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be team-oriented and service-oriented.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the firm’s guidelines.
- Must have superior customer service skills.
- Must always conduct business in an honest and ethical fashion.
- Experience with writing detailed investigation reports is highly preferred.
- Must have excellent overall computer skills.
- Must meet or exceed company aptitude standards regarding computer and technical proficiency.
- Must have the ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
- Must be willing to travel and/or work a flexible schedule during periods of peak demand.
- Must have the willingness to work remotely and from home office.
- Must have employee-provided, high-speed internet that is reliable and accessible at remote office

**Physical Requirements**:

- Frequently required to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
- Frequently required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
- Frequently required to climb onto roofs, ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
- Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl.
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
- Frequently required to spend extended pe


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