About The Position

The City of Greensboro's Building Inspections Division is seeking a skilled Electrical Trades Inspector to perform inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations. This role is crucial for ensuring safe, code-compliant construction and protecting public safety within the community. The position is considered hard-to-fill and qualifies for the City's Signing Bonus Program. The inspector will be responsible for ensuring compliance with North Carolina State Building Codes and City of Greensboro Ordinances, reviewing plans, investigating complaints, preparing reports, and providing technical guidance. The role involves frequent physical activity such as walking, standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, and accessing difficult spaces, often in varying weather conditions. The City encourages career development with potential progression to Senior Trades Inspector, Chief Electrical Inspector, Inspections Supervisor, Inspections Manager, and Building Inspections Administrator.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED with 1-3 years of 'hands-on' experience in Residential, Commercial, and/or Industrial construction wiring as a foreman/lead electrician OR No High School Diploma/GED with 5-7 years of 'hands-on' experience in Residential, Commercial, and/or Industrial construction wiring as a foreman/lead electrician
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Microsoft Office software experience
  • Candidates must obtain or be prequalified for an Electrical Standard Certificate Level II, "OR" III with DOI before starting in the position.
  • Electrical Standard Certificate Level II or III pre-qualifications requirements can be verified by going to https://www.ncosfm.gov/licensing-cert/code-officials-qualification-board-coqb/coqb-prequalify-or-military
  • Additional Certification Requirement: Mechanical Standard Level I and Plumbing Standard Level I certifications are required within two (2) years of employment to remain in the position.

Nice To Haves

  • Electrical Standard Certificate Level I, II, or III, “OR” Prequalification documentation for Electrical Standard Certificate Level I, II, or III (include copy with application)
  • ICC Certification as Electrical Inspector (include copy with application)
  • Prior plan review and/or blueprint experience
  • Prior experience with a local municipality in electrical inspections
  • Supervisory experience
  • Mechanical Standard Level I certification (include copy with application)
  • Plumbing Standard Level I certification (include copy with application)

Responsibilities

  • Conducting electrical inspections for new construction, renovations, and repairs
  • Reviewing electrical plans and construction documents for code compliance
  • Investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions
  • Preparing reports, inspection records, and correspondence
  • Enforcing applicable City ordinances and state regulations
  • Providing technical guidance to contractors, developers, and property owners
  • Maintaining compliance with OSHA safety standards and procedures

Benefits

  • Outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • Supplemental pay opportunities for multiple certifications ($2,400 annually for one additional certification, $4,800 annually for two additional certifications, $7,200 annually for three or more additional certifications)
  • Ongoing training and certification support
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Signing Bonus Program
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