Electrical Codes Inspector (Hiring Bonus)
About The Position
Arlington County's Inspection Services Division (ISD) within the Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking an Electrical Codes Inspector. This role is crucial for ensuring that all phases of building construction comply with codes, ordinances, and approved plans and specifications. The ISD is dedicated to working with citizens and developers to build and maintain property throughout the County. This position may be filled at level I, II, or III, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. The selected employee will receive training on materials, methodology, and code requirements for residential and commercial high-rise inspections.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/Equivalent
- Electrical Codes Inspector I: Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade.
- Electrical Codes Inspector II: Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general construction trade; One (1) year of experience in construction codes inspection or closely related work.
- 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.
- 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 (for Inspector I).
- Possess 2 VA state NCPCCI certs or ICC certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector in electrical field (for Inspector II).
- Possess or obtainment of 3 additional VA ICC certifications: Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties within 36 months of employment (for Inspector II).
- Possession of 5 VA state NCPCCI certs or (ICC) certs: Residential Inspector AND Electrical Commercial Inspector; and Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties (for Inspector III).
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in a related field
- Experience in applying and interpreting National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Experience in inspection and enforcement of National Electrical Code (NEC)
- Experience in enforcement of Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC)
- Experience in 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.
- Performing other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Hiring Bonus: $1500 upon hire and $1500 after completing the probationary period ($3000 total)
- Family friendly benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
