Job Description
Join Rimkus and unlock your potential with endless opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference! Rimkus (www.rimkus.com) is a worldwide leader in Engineering and Technical Consulting. Rimkus experts specialize in building envelope, engineering, forensic consulting, dispute resolution, construction management services, and solutions built for the environment. NOW IS THE TIME to join this growing and stable company! We offer our full-time employees a competitive salary, bonus opportunities and a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employer-matching 401(k), and opportunities for advancement! Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Determines the origin and cause of fires and explosions involving structures, equipment, vehicles, heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, and other losses. Assists in securing the fire/explosion scene to prevent removal or damage of potential evidence. Conducts on-site, hands-on forensic fire analysis. This includes scene photography, interviewing witnesses and gathering information, taking possession of items, cause and origin determination, report preparation, and providing testimony in deposition and trial. Searches for, identifies, collects, and labels any potential evidence/items from the fire scene, including devices used to set, start, or further the progress of fire; protects the chain of custody of potential evidence/items. Provides technical and scientific support to clients for subrogation and litigation purposes. Conducts code compliance research including electrical, gas, fire, building and installation code violations. Facilitates and helps present continuing education seminars on fire-related topics. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES: Must have a high level