Electrical Codes Inspector

Arlington County VA • Arlington, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Interested in working for Arlington County's award-winning, fully accredited Inspection Services Division? We have just the opportunity for you! The Inspection Services Division (ISD) within the Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking an Electrical Codes Inspector to ensure that all phases of building construction are completed in conformance with codes, ordinances, and approved plans and specifications. The ISD is responsible for working with Arlington County citizens and developers to build and maintain property throughout the County. Electrical Codes Inspector positions may be filled at level I, II, or III, based on candidate's experience and qualifications. The employee will receive training on materials, methodology, and code requirements for residential and commercial high-rise inspections.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Electrical Codes Inspector I: Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade; and Possess or obtainment of 2 VA state NCPCCI certs or ICC certs: Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector in Electrical field within 12 months of hire.
• Electrical Codes Inspector II: Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade; One (1) year of experience in construction codes inspection or closely related work; Possess 2 VA state NCPCCI certs or ICC certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector in electrical field; and Possess or obtainment of 3 additional VA ICC certifications: Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties within 36 months of employment.
• Electrical Codes Inspector III: Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade; Two 2 years of construction codes inspection experience or closely related work; and Possession of 5 VA state NCPCCI certs or (ICC) certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector for assigned trade specialty (electrical), AND Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties.
• Additional college education may substitute for up to one year of construction experience.
• Please submit a Resume with your application.
• The employee must obtain 2 of VA state NCPCCI certs or (ICC) certs: Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector for Electrical within 12 months of hire.
• The employee must progress through the Electrical Codes Inspector series to Construction Codes Inspector III within three years of hire, completing all of the required training modules and passing the required examinations to become certified as a Combination Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector in trade specialty (Electrical).
• A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history.
• You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
• The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of employment, a valid driver's license, and must provide a copy of or allow Arlington County to obtain a copy of the driving record.
• Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
• Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form will be required of the successful candidate upon hire and annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to candidates with an Associate degree in a related field and experience in one or more of the following:
• Applying and interpreting National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Inspection and enforcement of National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Enforcement of Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC)
• Commercial installation/inspection of electrical systems in mid-rise and high-rise buildings.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting temporary electrical services and panels, feeder wiring, appliances, grounding, location and installation of equipment motors, and emergency power sources
• Using computers and/or mobile devices to record the results and status of inspections
• Preparing and issuing notices of violation, assessing job site safety and damages, and researching and interpreting codes
• Reviewing construction plans and blueprints
• Consulting with homeowners, contractors, and construction personnel regarding compliance with codes and ordinances
• Receiving cross training in all areas of code enforcement and may be responsible for providing technical direction to other inspectors
• Responding to emergency and after-hours inspections
• Preforming other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan.
• For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits click here .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED