Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector

City of Aurora • Aurora, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Aurora is accepting applications for the position of Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector in the Building & Permits Division. The duties of this position include but are not limited to: Functions as on-site inspector performing complete all-encompassing inspections for ascertaining compliance with the Electrical Code and other codes in a variety of areas to include: electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs, and property maintenance; Ascertains, denotes and reports violations, issues appropriate violations notices and makes subsequent re-inspections as required; Reviews all types of building permit applications for conformance with applicable codes and ordinances; assists builders, contractors, and others in permit application completion, as requested; Assists Plan Examiner in reviewing plans and making code interpretation determinations in cases where questions exist; Answer public inquiries regarding codes and safety standards; Responds to public complaints regarding non-compliance with codes of possible defective and potentially unsafe building housing conditions; recommends condemnation of other remedial action in cases of determined defect; Creates Code Enforcement violation notices when necessary and follows cases to their conclusion; Recommends and drafts amendments to various codes and ordinances; Prepares and maintains comprehensive requisite records and detailed reports; Appears in court, providing relevant testimony, as required; Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of the proper installation, repair, maintenance and operation of electrical systems; including residential, commercial and industrial installations
• Extensive knowledge of building, electrical, fire, mechanical, plumbing and other systems relative to construction inspections
• Ability to interpret and enforce equitably, applicable provisions of codes and ordinances
• Five (5) years' experience as a contractor, engineer, architect, or as a superintendent, foreman or competent mechanic in charge of construction in the electrical construction trade
• Residential Electrical Inspector (within 3 months of hire)
• Residential Plans Examiner (within 9 months of hire)
• Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire)
• Commercial Electrical Inspector (within 6 months of hire)
• Electrical Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire)
• Valid driver's license
• Successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to physical, drug screen, and background check

Responsibilities

• Functions as on-site inspector performing complete all-encompassing inspections for ascertaining compliance with the Electrical Code and other codes in a variety of areas to include: electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs, and property maintenance
• Ascertains, denotes and reports violations, issues appropriate violations notices and makes subsequent re-inspections as required
• Reviews all types of building permit applications for conformance with applicable codes and ordinances
• Assists builders, contractors, and others in permit application completion, as requested
• Assists Plan Examiner in reviewing plans and making code interpretation determinations in cases where questions exist
• Answer public inquiries regarding codes and safety standards
• Responds to public complaints regarding non-compliance with codes of possible defective and potentially unsafe building housing conditions
• Recommends condemnation of other remedial action in cases of determined defect
• Creates Code Enforcement violation notices when necessary and follows cases to their conclusion
• Recommends and drafts amendments to various codes and ordinances
• Prepares and maintains comprehensive requisite records and detailed reports
• Appears in court, providing relevant testimony, as required
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Benefits

• Annual pay increases (in accordance with Labor Agreement)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurances
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, personal days, and sick leave
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance (as determined by policy)
• Interpreters Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed