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Experienced Origin and Cause Fire Investigator

Jack Ward Fire Consultants
Melbourne, FL, US
$90K-$150K a year
Full-time

Jack Ward Fire Consultants is a Florida based consulting firm that conducts fire investigations within the United States and abroad.

We are a team of investigators with over 250 years of combined experience. Our mission is to provide our clients with thorough investigations and timely reports to assist them with their claims process.

We always deliver quality customer service and the highest level of integrity. We pride ourselves in being a progressive, exceptional, technologically advanced origin and cause investigation company.

We are currently seeking a certified, experienced fire and explosion investigator with a CFI Certification for at least 2 years in Melbourne, Florida area .

Responsibilities and Duties of Fire Investigator

  • Determine origin and cause of fire on structure, vehicle and marine losses
  • Photographically document fire scene and investigation
  • Secure physical evidence
  • Identify and interview witnesses or persons involved
  • Communicate effectively with clients so that a timeline is provided and assist them in making decisions on the claim process
  • Prepare written reports documenting mythology of determining cause of fire
  • Expertly testify in both State and Federal Court to origin and cause determination
  • Maintain Continuing Education

Benefits for Fire Investigator :

  • Work from home (remote)
  • License and Continuing Education reimbursement
  • Professional development and external training
  • Mileage and all other travel cost reimbursement
  • Laptop, cell phone, and all equipment provided
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health / Dental / Vision / Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance

Qualifications and Skills for Fire Investigator :

  • Fire Service Background
  • IAAI-CFI for at least 2 years
  • Extensive knowledge of NFPA 921 and 1033
  • Prior expert Trial and Deposition Testimony
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Computer, iPad, and iPhone literate
  • Above average interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients in diverse arenas
  • Ability to travel with short notice
  • Strong work ethic
  • Work remotely, self-motivated
  • Willingness to take a background and drug screening

Physical Requirements for Fire Investigator :

  • Frequently required to stand on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time.
  • Frequently required to lift and / or move objects weighing 50-100 lbs.
  • Frequently required to climb onto first and second story roofs, ascend / descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
  • Frequently required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time.

Individuals interested in joining our team of professional, disciplined, and sharply focused investigators should submit the following :

  • Curriculum Vitae clearly outlining all employment, experience and education
  • Detailed testimony list

Flexible work from home options available.

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