Electrical Construction Inspector I
About The Position
This position is located in the Electrical Inspections section of the Development and Inspections Division, Community Development Agency. Essential Functions Conducts field inspections at residential and commercial construction sites: inspects building, electrical, framing, footing/slabs, HVAC, plumbing, insulation, gas, water, and other items; reviews approved building plans and compares to actual construction; and ensures all construction activities comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes, ordinances, and standards; takes photographs of sites; and maintains photo logs and files regarding inspection activities. Records failed inspections: issues notice of violations and warnings to contractors, owners, developers, builders or other parties; works with contractors, developer, consulting engineers, architects and property owners to resolve conflicts, solve problems, and achieve compliance with all requirements; reports all issues of non-compliance to proper officials for prosecution; and maintains related documentation. Approves construction activities and final products which meet all building code requirements: maintains inspection records and related papers in division files. Consults with building owners, contractors, developers and the general public regarding codes, inspection procedures, and other issues pertaining to code compliance programs and services: responds to questions, complaints and/or requests for information; and explains and interprets division policies and procedures, ordinances and code. Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards: maintains and awareness of erosion and sediment control methods, materials, inspection practices, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Building Technology, Construction Management or related field required.
- Three years of experience in construction, building trades, site inspections or related field.
- Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Must acquire required licenses, certifications or equivalent education within the probationary period for the position.
Responsibilities
- Conducts field inspections at residential and commercial construction sites, inspecting various building components and ensuring compliance with codes, ordinances, and standards.
- Reviews approved building plans and compares them to actual construction to ensure adherence to standards.
- Records failed inspections, issues notices of violations and warnings, and works with parties to resolve conflicts and achieve compliance.
- Reports non-compliance issues to proper officials for prosecution.
- Approves construction activities and final products that meet building code requirements.
- Maintains inspection records and related paperwork.
- Consults with building owners, contractors, developers, and the public regarding codes, inspection procedures, and code compliance.
- Responds to questions, complaints, and requests for information, explaining division policies, ordinances, and codes.
- Maintains comprehensive and current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including erosion and sediment control methods.
- Stays aware of trends and advances in the profession by reading professional literature, maintaining professional affiliations, and attending workshops and training sessions.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
