Electrical Inspector

HIRING RANGE DOQ: $35.38 - $38.50 hourly

DEADLINE FOR FILING: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Perform in field inspections and reviewing of construction documents for compliance as they pertain to the NFPA 70, International Building Code, International Residential code and applicable ICC A117.1 Accessibility Standards, along with any other applicable City Ordinances.

Graduation from high school or GED certification with a minimum of six (6) years’ experience as an electrician with two (2) of those years as a journeyman electrician in commercial, residential, and/or industrial electrical installations; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Must possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver’s license.

Must possess or be able to obtain electrical inspector’s license from the South Dakota Electrical Commission within one year (12 months) of hire. An electrical inspector certification from the International Association of Electrical Inspectors or the International Code Council is desirable.

The City of Sioux Falls takes pride in being an Employer of Choice including our Culture, Values, and Compensation and Benefits. Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,400 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 12 diverse departments.

There’s a role for every interest, from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees’ top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction every day with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

• Competitive salary with other public and industry positions, including step advancements.
• The City participates in the South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive a 6% match. Additionally, employees may choose to enroll in a Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:
  Competitive rates for single, 2-party, and family.
• 11 paid holidays and 2 personal leave days each calendar year.
• New employees are granted 40 hours of vacation at time of hire and accrue an additional 2 weeks in their first year.
• Sick leave accrues over 96 hours per year.