Fire Inspector - Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, PA

Job Description:

FIRE INSPECTOR

Upper Macungie Township

Lehigh County, PA

Upper Macungie Township is seeking a highly organized, motivated, and qualified individual to serve as a Fire Inspector within the Bureau of Fire. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, customer service, and public relations skills; computer proficiency; and exceptional character and integrity.

Under the direction of the Fire Commissioner, the Fire Inspector independently conducts fire and life safety inspections of Township occupancies, performs community outreach and public education, and supports firefighting operations.

The Bureau of Fire is committed to providing the highest level of life safety and property protection to residents, businesses, and visitors through fire prevention, fire suppression, public education, and related services.

The successful candidates must submit to a background check and pre-employment screening.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and references to:

Upper Macungie Township,

ATTN: Greta Slifer, Human Resources Mgr.,

8330 Schantz Road,

Breinigsville, PA 18031

OR email: hradmin@uppermac.org.

Full job description, with requirements, is available at www.uppermac.org. EOE

All submittals must be received no later than 4:00 P.M. on November 9, 2026.

Experience and Skills:

Qualifications and Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• UCC Class Code Certification 15 – Fire Inspector I, or the ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
• ProBoard Firefighter I certification.
• Pennsylvania Department of Health Basic Vehicle Technician certification or equivalent.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
• Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.
• Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with tanker endorsement.
• A minimum of five (5) years of firefighting experience.
• Knowledge of applicable state regulations, Township ordinances, and Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law.

Upper Macungie Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with an hourly wage range of $27.00 to $28.50, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Excellent benefits are offered.