Electrical Inspector

Town of Davie • Davie, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs technical work enforcing National, State and local building codes governing the installation and operation of electrical systems. Is responsible for reviewing building construction projects to determine adherence to such building codes as adopted and set forth by Town ordinance. The Town of Davie has transitioned to a four (4) day work week schedule (10 hours per day). Hours of work are Monday through Thursday either 7:00am-5:30pm or 7:30am-6:00pm.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• Certified by the Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board (BCAIB) as an Electrical Inspector. Required certifications must be kept current to continue employment in this class).
• Certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) and meet at least one of the following:
• Possess a current Certificate of Competency or Professional License in the electrical discipline as a Master Electrician or Electrical Contractor or Journeyman Electrician issued by at least one of the following entities: Florida Electrical Contractors Licensing Board, Broward County Central Examining Board of Electricians, Miami-Dade County Construction Trades Qualifying Board, Block proctored Florida Board of Professional Engineers
• Applicants holding a Bachelor or an Associate of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering may be credited for two (2) years for a Bachelor Degree or one (1) year for an Associate Degree towards the BORA combined experience certification requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Engineers are exempt from BCAIB certification

Responsibilities

• Inspects electrical installation projects so as to enforce the Florida Building Code and related Town ordinances governing minimum standards and requirements of new installations, alterations, repairs and materials used.
• Inspects electrical projects to ensure compliance with approved plans and construction and safety practices, examines facilities for quality of design, materials and workmanship.
• Maintains all necessary records and reports on inspections.
• Performs inspections of new and existing residences, businesses and other buildings for conformance with safety standards, codes, and ordinances; issues inspection certificates for approved installation.
• Confers with other inspectors and the Chief Electrical Inspector on questions of departmental policies and other inspection problems.
• Confers with contractors, architects, engineers and others regarding construction codes and electrical installation plans.
• May review and pass upon plans for electrical installation and alterations.
• Performs other related work as required.

Benefits

• The Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment.
• Veterans' Preference will be granted to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference.

What This Job Offers

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