Building Inspection - Inspector - Electrical Apprentice I/II/III

About the role

The position assists and performs a variety of skilled field inspections and office work involved in the enforcement of adopted building codes and regulations regarding electrical installations. The duties include inspecting new construction, remodeling, repairs, reviewing plans and specifications to ensure compliance with the City codes and City’s electrical code. The position does not exercise supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the inspection of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations and equipment in structures undergoing construction, repair, or remodeling for compliance with City and National electrical codes and safety standards.
• Issue appropriate permits.
• Assist with the check of plans and specifications for compliance with current adopted City and National electrical codes for residential.
• Enforce adopted City Electrical Codes.
• Identify areas of non-compliance and discuss problems with homeowners and contractors/developers.
• Identify ways of correcting deficiencies.
• Absorb stop work orders.
• Inspect work sites to ensure that contractors and workers have appropriate licenses, and that proper materials and practices are utilized.
• Assess buildings considered for rehabilitation or demolition and assess electrical installations at the property owner’s request to ensure compliance with code and life safety compliance.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and review permit applications.
• Receive telephone calls from contractors and homeowners.
• Receive and process inspection requests.
• Perform computer data entry.
• Operate a city vehicle to travel to and from various job sites.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience in electrical service installation work as an apprentice level electrician is required.
• A valid Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
• A Journeyman license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) within twelve (12) months of employment is required.
• A current Residential Inspectors Certification through the International Code Council (ICC) within twelve (12) months of employment as an Inspector – Electrical I is required.
• A current Commercial Electrical Inspectors Certification through the International Code Council (ICC) is required.
• An Electrical Plans Examiner Certification from the International Code Council (ICC) within twenty-four (24) months of employment as an Inspector – Electrical III is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A current Residential Inspectors Certification through the International Code Council (ICC) is required.
• A current Commercial Electrical Inspectors Certification through the International Code Council (ICC) is required.
• An Electrical Plans Examiner Certification from the International Code Council (ICC) is required.

Skills

• Knowledge of electrical construction and installation methods, practices, and materials.
• Knowledge of possible defects and faults in electrical construction and installation activities, standard testing devices, methods, and corrective measures.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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