Fire and Evidence Technician
Job Description
IF YOU CARE, THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HEREEFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.PRIMARY PURPOSE: To assist Fire Investigators and Engineers with fire events to determine origin, cause and responsibility in accordance with assignments from clients or assigned legal counsel.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists Fire Investigators and Engineers in conducting fire scene examinations in a safe and professional manner.
- Secures fire scenes when necessary to ensure that spoliation does not occur.
- Assists in the removal of debris and reconstructs fire scenes as necessary.
- Identifies and properly collects evidence for testing and/or storage.
- Documents and photographs fire scenes and associated evidence.
- Identifies and interviews witnesses.
- Communicates with and gathers public records from public fire and police agencies.
- Communicates with clients regularly to ensure clients are informed of investigative progress.
- Conducts research and testing as necessary.
- Prepares written reports, adequately reporting investigative findings, supported by evidence, witness testimony, research and testing.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Job Requirements
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree in Fire Science and/or Fire Arson Explosion Investigation or similarly related major from an accredited college or university preferred. Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI) certification, or must attain certification within six-months of employment. IAAI-FIT certification is preferred.Experience
Entry level fire investigation position.Skills & Knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Good organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good judgment and discretion skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlinesPhysical
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
- Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
- Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
- Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
- Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
- Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
