Fire and Evidence Technician
Company: EFI Global
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: June 12, 2021
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Job Description:
The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for International
applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please
use the 'Apply' option. IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE For a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join
Sedgwick's talented team of 27,000 colleagues around the globe.
Sedgwick is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits
and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the
heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations
count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they
face a major life event or something unexpected happens. Whether
they have a workplace injury, suffer property or financial loss or
damage from a natural or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto
or other type of accident, or need time away from work for the
birth of a child or another medical situation, we are here to
provide compassionate care and expert guidance. Our clients depend
on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable
assets-their employees, their customers and their property. At
Sedgwick, caring counts. Join our team of creative and caring
people of all backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the
lives of others. EFI 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. 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. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS 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 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
deadlines Physical: 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. Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to
describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a
colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to
constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local
variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change
the duties of the position at any time. The statements contained in this document are intended to
describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a
colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to
constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local
variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change
the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free
Workplace
Keywords: EFI Global, Lakewood , Fire and Evidence Technician, Other , Lakewood, Washington
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