Electrical Inspector

The City of Wauwatosa is much more than an employer- it's a community. The City of Wauwatosa is a progressive, full-service municipal organization. Be a part of a team that strives to find new and better ways to improve our residents' experiences! The City of Wauwatosa is hiring for an Electrical Inspector to join the Development team. The Electrical Inspector is responsible for the inspection, investigation and enforcement of construction-related codes and ordinances, serving as a combination inspector as well as enforcing other applicable Federal, State or local ordinances, regulations or codes.

The 2026 pay range for this position is $38.70 to $49.44, with starting pay to be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

We offer flexible hours, a City-owned vehicle for your use during work, an excellent benefits package, a robust wellness program, an on-site fitness center, an on-site workplace health clinic, paid holidays, paid parental leave, paid time off, a pension plan, and the opportunity to work with dedicated professionals who have a passion for public service.

• Responsible for inspection and enforcement of State and City codes pertaining to all electrical installations, alterations and repairs and to one and two-family building construction, alterations and repairs.
• Answers & advises on inquiries and interprets codes and ordinances.
• Interacts with inspectors, engineers, architects, contractors, designers and city staff regarding design, installations, defects and other safety related concerns.
• Reviews plans and specifications for compliance with codes and ordinances.
• Utilize current technology for permitting, plan review, and inspections, including software for digital documentation and reporting.
• Investigates complaints and issues noncompliance orders and citations.
• Provides information and testimony in court regarding lawful orders and citations.
• Maintains records of permits, inspections and investigations.
• Prepares clear and concise written and/or verbal information.
• Responds to emergencies when requested: fires, natural disaster, etc.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Construction trade experience resulting in a Journeyman, or Master classification.
• Five or more years of experience as a construction tradesperson.
• Five years of experience as a commercial and residential electrical inspector.

• Requires a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.
• Must possess a valid WI Commercial Electrical Inspector, WI UDC Electrical Inspector.
• WI UDC Construction and/or Plumbing Inspector Certification preferred at time of hire.
• WI UDC Construction Inspector certification required within one year of hire.

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations governing building construction, rehabilitation, alteration, use, and occupancy.
• Knowledge of the possible defects and faults in building installations and design and ability to detect defective installations.
• Basic knowledge of processing permit applications and their issuance.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish effective, tactful, and courteous relationships with the general public and be able to handle confrontational situations in a professional manner.
• Ability to work occasional scheduled and emergency overtime and to attend meetings, court, workshops, and seminars during work and non-work hours.
• Ability to use technology daily.
• Knowledge and ability to safely operate hand tools.

In evaluating candidates for this position, The City of Wauwatosa may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, twist and reach. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is also regularly required to talk and hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone. They will need to interact with city management, employees, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public;

read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.

This position generally works in a field environment or construction zone to conduct inspections, with exposure to individuals who may be agitated, angry or highly emotional. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use written and oral communication skills;…