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Nevada National Security Site

Manages nuclear deterrent stewardship and emergencies

Fire Inspector

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$50.43/hr
Mid, Senior
Mercury, NV, USA
In Person
Facilities OperationsEnvironmental Health & Safety
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Must hold IFSAC, ICC, NFPA, or ProBoard certification as a Fire Inspector I and Fire Instructor I, and have at least 3–5 years of experience as a Fire Inspector.
  • Must have Hazardous Materials Awareness and ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must pass a pre-placement physical examination, including a drug screen.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance and an HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
Responsibilities
  • Plan, coordinate, and document facility fire inspections for Life Safety Code compliance.
  • Determine whether fire protection systems and equipment are operable during routine fire safety inspections, including detection systems, suppression systems, fire-rated doors, and dampers.
  • Determine appropriate fire extinguisher types based on hazards present and visually inspect extinguishers for operability.
  • Evaluate flammable and combustible liquids and hazardous-materials storage, and evaluate fire-prevention practices.
  • Review and analyze fire-protection system test data performed by Company organizations.
  • Document, initiate, and track corrective actions identified while performing these duties in accordance with department procedures and Company policies.
  • Periodically witness fire-pump tests and hydrant flows for general facilities at the NNSS, NLVF, and RSL-Nellis.
  • Develop, plan, coordinate, conduct, and document pre-fire incident plans for general facilities.
  • May serve as General Staff assigned by the Incident Commander or Area Commander as Planning or Logistics Section Chief, or help track incident information, including deployment to the Command Post during extended emergencies.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, conduct building familiarization and pre-incident plan tours with Fire & Rescue personnel.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, serve as an alternate Beneficial Occupancy Inspector subject-matter expert.
  • Periodically witness Formal Workplace Inspections with Facility Managers.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, investigate the origin, cause, and circumstances of fires at the NNSS; determine whether a fire resulted from carelessness or criminal intent; and investigate mechanical and incendiary devices.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, gather evidence at fire scenes for presentation in courts of law; interview firefighters, victims, witnesses, and suspects about the origin and cause of a fire or explosion; and measure, sketch diagrams, and use multiple devices to document fire scenes.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, assist an investigative team in investigating the origin, cause, and circumstances of explosions at the NNSS.
  • When requested by the Fire Marshal, assist an investigative team in gathering evidence at explosion scenes for presentation in courts of law; interview firefighters, victims, witnesses, and suspects about the origin and cause of an explosion; and measure, sketch diagrams, and use multiple devices to document explosion scenes.
  • May support and supply helicopter water drops during wildland fires.
  • Perform other short-term projects assigned by management; long-term projects must be mutually agreed upon and must not conflict with another Project Labor Agreement.
  • If qualified and requested by Chief Officers, assist firefighters with operations such as offloading or retrieving suppression equipment and supplies.
Desired Qualifications
  • Firefighter II certification or Fire Investigator certification is preferred but not required.

About the company

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Nevada National Security Site

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It maintains the U.S. nuclear deterrent, provides nuclear and radiological emergency response training, and supports nonproliferation and arms control efforts. It conducts national-level experiments and collaborates with national laboratories and federal agencies to support national security work. It uses facilities, labs, simulations, and field exercises to develop detection, response, and stewardship capabilities. Its goal is to strengthen national security while ensuring environmental stewardship and collaboration with government partners.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

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Total Funding

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Headquarters

North Las Vegas, Nevada

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What believers are saying

  • DOE updated NNSS contract modifications through May 2026, showing continued funding flow.
  • September 2026 solicitations for paving, cooling, and modular construction signal active site expansion.
  • Nye County sheriff support is headed for renewal after December 31, 2026.

What critics are saying

  • August 2026 gun entry charges exposed North Las Vegas perimeter vulnerabilities.
  • DOE rescinded obsolete traffic rules on August 12, 2026, signaling procedural cleanup.
  • Contract operations depend on annual funding mods, increasing DOE renewal and performance risk.

What makes Nevada National Security Site unique

  • DOE's only active nuclear test site supports stockpile stewardship subcritical experiments.
  • Mission Support and Test Services runs a 2027 contract with $11.3 billion value.
  • NNSS combines weapons security, environmental management, and defense technology under one federal mission.

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Benefits

  • Remote Work Options