Electrical Inspector

Overview

Kennedy Jenks (KJ) was founded in 1919 and delivers engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services with a focus on innovation and sustainability. We use advanced analytics, technology, and tools to improve designs, reduce risk, and deliver projects from planning through construction. We are known for client service and tailored solutions in areas such as green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that emphasize quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

Electrical Construction Inspector

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an Electrical Construction Inspector to work on major water-related infrastructure projects across California. Travel across the state will be required for this position. The Electrical Construction Inspector will provide construction oversight on small to large-scale public works projects, focusing on electrical components of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, industrial facilities, and electrical controls and instrumentation systems (I&C).

• Provide daily onsite oversight of electrical contractor activities under the supervision of the Construction Manager/Resident Engineer.
• Conduct inspections to ensure mechanical installations/repair/replacement of mechanical components within water and wastewater treatment plants, including pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery system, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, variable frequency drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries, washer/classifier, grit system components and piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters. Ensure electrical installations comply with contract requirements, safety standards, and applicable permits.
• Prepare daily written reports detailing work progress, electrical labor, and equipment use.
• Track contractor schedule compliance related to electrical milestones.
• Prepare written communication between owner and contractor regarding electrical work.
• Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff to address electrical work progress.
• Conduct quality control inspections of electrical systems, wiring, and control installations, as well as quality control inspections during commissioning of electrical systems.

• 10+ years of experience in inspection of mechanical and electrical components within water and wastewater treatment plants, including pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery system, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, variable frequency drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS batteries, washer/classifier, grit system components and piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters.
• Experience in water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, water or wastewater treatment plants, and other electrical systems related to municipal infrastructure is preferred.
• Certifications related to electrical safety, controls, and systems inspections are a plus.

Hourly Pay Rate for this position is anticipated to be $47+ per hour, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and familiarity with water/wastewater facilities. Many California public works projects are prevailing wage projects; therefore, KJ matches prevailing wage requirements and, in many cases, the prevailing wage is higher than base pay rate.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.