Electrical Inspector ; A262120-3 Development & Review

Job Description

Conducts on-site inspections of residential and commercial buildings and other structures in the City to ensure that the electrical lay‑out and building/structures comply with minimum city ordinances and building codes. Reviews plans of construction, alteration, or repair to determine whether plans, workmanship, and related subsystems conform with existing electrical code requirements.

• Conducts on-site inspections to ensure new and add‑on construction is in compliance with existing electrical codes.
• Assists the public by providing information and instruction regarding electrical wiring procedures.
• Checks and reviews plans, specifications, and materials for compliance with city ordinance and building codes.
• Computes fees for electrical permits and prepares application for permits; ensures that accuracy and completeness of the same.
• Advises property owners, contractors, and other interested parties on matters concerning codes and compliance.
• Prepares electrical permits.
• Assists other inspectors in code enforcement by calling their attention to possible or potential problems.
• Maintains a record of inspections and posts inspection and results on permit register.
• Investigates complaints concerning violations of the electrical code.
• Submits proposed changes in the code.
• Maintains detailed inspection records and reports.
• Documents violations, approvals, and corrective actions.
• Updates permit tracking system.
• Assists with issuance of electrical permits.
• Issues correction notices for violations.
• Investigates complaints regarding dangerous or illegal wiring.
• Enforces stop‑work orders when installations are unsafe.
• Coordinates with Code Enforcement on unpermitted work.
• Reviews permit applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Calculates electrical permit fees when required.
• May assist customers at the permit counter, by phone, and electronically.
• Provides technical assistance to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the public regarding code requirements and permitting procedures.
• May prepare and/or assist in the development of ordinance amendments/reports/PowerPoint presentations; conduct research and analysis of federal, state, and local codes and regulations; assist with coordination of departmental programs and initiatives; and/or prepare monthly, annual and special reports as required.
• May be required to work after hours or on the weekends.
• May prepare monthly, annual, and special reports as required.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of existing ordinances, laws, and regulations governing electrical installations and repairs in commercial and residential structures to make inspections and determine conformance.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques of commercial and residential electrical installations to conduct inspections and determine conformity.
• Knowledge of arithmetic to compute permit fees and measurements or tolerances taken in the field.
• Knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical inspections.

• Ability to read plans and specifications to determine conformance to the latest adopted International Building Codes and National Electrical Code.
• Ability to make decisions to determine permit compliance with established standards.
• Ability to use computer and electronic devices necessary to complete reports and inspections.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners, the public, and co‑workers.
• Ability to assist other employees in understanding the implications of codes and ordinances.
• Ability to orally communicate in the English and Spanish languages.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from…