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How much does a Fire Inspector/Investigator make in South Carolina? The average Fire Inspector/Investigator salary in South Carolina is $68,900 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $52,700 and $82,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Fire Inspector/Investigator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Inspector/Investigator Salary $37,951 SC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Fire Inspector/Investigator Salary $52,700 SC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Fire Inspector/Investigator Salary $68,900 SC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Fire Inspector/Investigator Salary $82,600 SC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Fire Inspector/Investigator Salary $95,073 SC March 26, 2024
25% $52,700 10% $37,951 90% $95,073 75% $82,600 $68,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Fire Inspector/Investigator prepares reports and issues violation documents and defines remedies. Conducts inspections of new and existing buildings to ensure compliance with fire and safety codes. Being a Fire Inspector/Investigator knowledge of codes and ordinances, construction and alarm systems. Conducts fire investigations. In addition, Fire Inspector/Investigator has completed fire inspection training and may require certification as Uniform Fire Code Inspector and /or other local licensing. Typically requires AS degree. Being a Fire Inspector/Investigator has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Working as a Fire Inspector/Investigator typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Firefighter/EMT II

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Fire Inspector/Investigator

    7 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Fire Battalion Chief

    5 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Goose Creek, SC Avg. Salary $69,138 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abbeville, SC Avg. Salary $67,241 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams Run, SC Avg. Salary $68,846 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aiken, SC Avg. Salary $67,314 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcolu, SC Avg. Salary $65,199 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allendale, SC Avg. Salary $66,950 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anderson, SC Avg. Salary $67,314 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andrews, SC Avg. Salary $66,220 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Arcadia, SC Avg. Salary $68,554 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Awendaw, SC Avg. Salary $68,773 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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