Electrical Inspector
About The Position
Under the direction of the Senior Electrical Inspector, the Electrical Inspector is responsible for enforcing electrical building codes in Allen County. This position is Covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs field inspections of commercial and residential electrical projects for compliance with building codes and design requirements, issuing notice of violation and/or corrective action if necessary. Responsible for working with contractors, designers, and owners regarding code requirements, including explanation, gaining cooperation, and compliance for all corrections and violations. Reviews routing requests and prepares reports of inspection findings, complaints, and follow-up visits. Receives, investigates, and resolves special complaints/problems concerning electrical systems. Performs follow-up inspections of sites in violation of codes to determine if compliance has been met. Responsible for interpreting, understanding, and explaining all pertinent information concerning electrical installation and construction requirements, including local and state codes. Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED with more than eight years of experience working with electrical systems.
- Valid Journeyman’s License in electrical or Allen County Contractors License, or Valid Inspector Certification (or equivalent from another jurisdiction as an electrical contractor, requiring a minimum of four years as an electrical apprentice and four years as an electrical journeyman)
- Availability to be on call 24 hours for 2 weeks per year after the probationary period
- Valid Driver’s License to perform field inspections utilizing a county vehicle
- Ability to understand and communicate electrical codes to contractors and owners
- Basic computer and typing skills
- Basic math and measuring skills using tape measures and levels
Responsibilities
- Performs field inspections of commercial and residential electrical projects for compliance with building codes and design requirements, issuing notice of violation and/or corrective action if necessary.
- Responsible for working with contractors, designers, and owners regarding code requirements, including explanation, gaining cooperation, and compliance for all corrections and violations.
- Reviews routing requests and prepares reports of inspection findings, complaints, and follow-up visits.
- Receives, investigates, and resolves special complaints/problems concerning electrical systems.
- Performs follow-up inspections of sites in violation of codes to determine if compliance has been met.
- Responsible for interpreting, understanding, and explaining all pertinent information concerning electrical installation and construction requirements, including local and state codes.
- Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
