Electrical and Code Inspector

Date Posted: October 22, 2026 | End Date: April 20, 2027 County: York County Job Type: Code Enforcement More Information: Click here The Electrical & Code Inspector is a senior professional, administrative, and technical position primarily responsible for enforcing electrical codes, but also the enforcement of building, plumbing, zoning, and life-safety codes for the City of Saco. This role combines advanced electrical inspection and electrical system oversight with the full scope of municipal code enforcement, and technical support for citywide electrical operations. The position conducts inspections, reviews permit applications, coordinates enforcement activities, oversees electrical work performed in the city, and provides guidance to residents, contractors, and City officials. (Primarily focused on electrical inspections) Salary range for this position is 75,000-95,000 annually ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Electrical Inspection & Operations Conduct inspections on all electrical work performed within the city including residential, industrial, commercial, and municipal installations.Maintain accurate records of electrical permits, inspections, and ongoing electrical work.Interpret and disseminate applicable electrical codes, including updates to the National Electrical Code.Advise building owners, contractors, and City officials on corrective actions required for code compliance.Oversee the City’s in-house electrical work as needed and assist in performing electrical work on municipal electrical projects.Design electrical systems to meet departmental and citywide needs.May assist in maintenance of City traffic signals and related electrical infrastructure.Review as-builts, electrical and site plans, and CMP 905 projects and as needed.Assist departments in preparing electrical job specifications and reviewing electrical bids.Conduct fire investigations related to electrical causes in collaboration with public safety officers.Represent the City in state level matters concerning electrical safety including, but not limited to, court proceedings, depositions, and legislative initiatives.Investigate electrical complaints or concerns throughout the city.Provide complaint resolution as a primary point of contact. Code Enforcement and Building Inspection Attending requires continuing education in electrical codes, building codes, plumbing, wastewater, zoning, and related areasInspect buildings under construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes.Review construction and plot plans for code compliance prior to issuing permits.Conduct inspections of existing structures and issue correction notices as needed.Review and process building, occupancy, plumbing, and electrical permit applications.Investigate complaints of possible building, zoning, plumbing, and electrical violations and initiate corrective action.Provide information to the public regarding municipal ordinances, zoning, building codes, floodplain requirements and related regulations, provide procedural and regulatory consistency in inspections, approvals, and denials, follow-up on complaints, ensure deficiencies are resolved appropriately.Issue plumbing permits and perform plumbing inspections at required stages.Prepare letters of information, notices of violation, and enforcement documentation.Assist with permit flow, inspection scheduling, and departmental coordination. OTHER DUTIES This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Requirements NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of modern building and electrical construction practices, materials, and equipment.Advanced ability to detect violations and defective work and order corrective measures.Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical, building, plumbing, heating, health, and zoning codes.Ability to interpret complex construction plans, specifications, codes, statutes, and ordinances.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with City staff, officials, contractors, engineers, architects, attorneys, and the public.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and exercise sound judgment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED required.Master Electrician’s license, or Journeyman with at least four (4) years of experience in the construction industry highly preferred.State of Maine Municipal Code Enforcement Officer Certification required (or must be obtained within one year).Local Plumbing Inspector certification required (or must be obtained within one year).College degree in business, engineering, public administration, construction management, or related field preferred.Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in building, electrical, or plumbing trades preferred.Minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience is preferred. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED This position requires advanced knowledge and applications for the following: Microsoft Office applications —Word, Outlook, and PowerPointAdobe Professional SuiteLeveling and measuring instruments, light meters, and laddersStandard electrical inspection equipmentSafety EquipmentCell phone PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs. This position requires full range of body motion, to include bending at waist and full use of all extremities and back muscles. The employee is occasionally required to traverse a variety of terrains at construction sites, climb ladders and climb scaffolding. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with limitations to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is normal for business office activities. Occasionally the Inspector is exposed to loud construction sites in a variety of weather situations. BENEFITS Medical (City covers 80% of cost)Dental ($325 towards plan cost)Vision plan through EyeMedHealth Reimbursement Agreement (covers either $1,500 for single plan or $3,000 for family plan towards costs of deductible/coinsurance)100% City paid Life Insurance100% City paid STD/LTD with buy up options for increased coverageFSA (Medical and dependent care options)Retirement plans including MainePERS pension program, 401(a), 457(b), Retirement Health SavingsVacation Time, Sick Time, Personal DaysPaid parental leave14 City paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementWellness Program SELECTION GUIDELINES Employment application, letter of intent, and a resume are required for all applicants. Candidates will be interviewed as applicable, subject to a reference checking process and ranked according to education, experience, job knowledge, and skills as related to the position. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for the position, you must submit a complete employment application, letter of intent, resume, and references via http://CityofSaco.appone.com If you have questions about the position, please contact David Twomey, Director of Code Enforcement at (207)284-6983 or by emailing DTwomey@sacomaine.org. Print Date Posted: October 22, 2026 | End Date: April 20, 2027 County: York County Job Type: Code Enforcement More Information: Click here The Electrical & Code Inspector is a senior professional, administrative, and technical position primarily responsible for enforcing electrical codes, but also the enforcement of building, plumbing, zoning, and life-safety codes for the City of Saco. This role combines advanced electrical inspection and electrical system oversight with the full scope of municipal code enforcement, and technical support for citywide electrical operations. The position conducts inspections, reviews permit applications, coordinates enforcement activities, oversees electrical work performed in the city, and provides guidance to residents, contractors, and City officials. (Primarily focused on electrical inspections) Salary range for this position is 75,000-95,000 annually ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Electrical Inspection & Operations Conduct inspections on all electrical work performed within the city including residential, industrial, commercial, and municipal installations.Maintain accurate records of electrical permits, inspections, and ongoing electrical work.Interpret and disseminate applicable electrical codes, including updates to the National Electrical Code.Advise building owners, contractors, and City officials on corrective actions required for code compliance.Oversee the City’s in-house electrical work as needed and assist in performing electrical work on municipal electrical projects.Design electrical systems to meet departmental and citywide needs.May assist in maintenance of City traffic signals and related electrical infrastructure.Review as-builts, electrical and site plans, and CMP 905 projects and as needed.Assist departments in preparing electrical job specifications and reviewing electrical bids.Conduct fire investigations related to electrical causes in collaboration with public safety officers.Represent the City in state level matters concerning electrical safety including, but not limited to, court proceedings, depositions, and legislative initiatives.Investigate electrical complaints or concerns throughout the city.Provide complaint resolution as a primary point of contact. Code Enforcement and Building Inspection Attending requires continuing education in electrical codes, building codes, plumbing, wastewater, zoning, and related areasInspect buildings under construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes.Review construction and plot plans for code compliance prior to issuing permits.Conduct inspections of existing structures and issue correction notices as needed.Review and process building, occupancy, plumbing, and electrical permit applications.Investigate complaints of possible building, zoning, plumbing, and electrical violations and initiate corrective action.Provide information to the public regarding municipal ordinances, zoning, building codes, floodplain requirements and related regulations, provide procedural and regulatory consistency in inspections, approvals, and denials, follow-up on complaints, ensure deficiencies are resolved appropriately.Issue plumbing permits and perform plumbing inspections at required stages.Prepare letters of information, notices of violation, and enforcement documentation.Assist with permit flow, inspection scheduling, and departmental coordination. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of modern building and electrical construction practices, materials, and equipment.Advanced ability to detect violations and defective work and order corrective measures.Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical, building, plumbing, heating, health, and zoning codes.Ability to interpret complex construction plans, specifications, codes, statutes, and ordinances.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with City staff, officials, contractors, engineers, architects, attorneys, and the public.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and exercise sound judgment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED required.Master Electrician’s license, or Journeyman with at least four (4) years of experience in the construction industry highly preferred.State of Maine Municipal Code Enforcement Officer Certification required (or must be obtained within one year).Local Plumbing Inspector certification required (or must be obtained within one year).College degree in business, engineering, public administration, construction management, or related field preferred.Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in building, electrical, or plumbing trades preferred.Minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience is preferred. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED This position requires advanced knowledge and applications for the following: Microsoft Office applications —Word, Outlook, and PowerPointAdobe Professional SuiteLeveling and measuring instruments, light meters, and laddersStandard electrical inspection equipmentSafety EquipmentCell phone PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs. This position requires full range of body motion, to include bending at waist and full use of all extremities and back muscles. The employee is occasionally required to traverse a variety of terrains at construction sites, climb ladders and climb scaffolding. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with limitations to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is normal for business office activities. Occasionally the Inspector is exposed to loud construction sites in a variety of weather situations. BENEFITS Medical (City covers 80% of cost)Dental ($325 towards plan cost)Vision plan through EyeMedHealth Reimbursement Agreement (covers either $1,500 for single plan or $3,000 for family plan towards costs of deductible/coinsurance)100% City paid Life Insurance100% City paid STD/LTD with buy up options for increased coverageFSA (Medical and dependent care options)Retirement plans including MainePERS pension program, 401(a), 457(b), Retirement Health SavingsVacation Time, Sick Time, Personal DaysPaid parental leave14 City paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementWellness Program SELECTION GUIDELINES Employment application, letter of intent, and a resume are required for all applicants. Candidates will be interviewed as applicable, subject to a reference checking process and ranked according to education, experience, job knowledge, and skills as related to the position. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for the position, you must submit a complete employment application, letter of intent, resume, and references via http://CityofSaco.appone.com If you have questions about the position, please contact David Twomey, Director of Code Enforcement at (207)284-6983 or by emailing DTwomey@sacomaine.org. Print Date Posted: October 22, 2026 | End Date: April 20, 2027 County: York County Job Type: Code Enforcement More Information: Click here The Electrical & Code Inspector is a senior professional, administrative, and technical position primarily responsible for enforcing electrical codes, but also the enforcement of building, plumbing, zoning, and life-safety codes for the City of Saco. This role combines advanced electrical inspection and electrical system oversight with the full scope of municipal code enforcement, and technical support for citywide electrical operations. The position conducts inspections, reviews permit applications, coordinates enforcement activities, oversees electrical work performed in the city, and provides guidance to residents, contractors, and City officials. (Primarily focused on electrical inspections) Salary range for this position is 75,000-95,000 annually ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Electrical Inspection & Operations Conduct inspections on all electrical work performed within the city including residential, industrial, commercial, and municipal installations.Maintain accurate records of electrical permits, inspections, and ongoing electrical work.Interpret and disseminate applicable electrical codes, including updates to the National Electrical Code.Advise building owners, contractors, and City officials on corrective actions required for code compliance.Oversee the City’s in-house electrical work as needed and assist in performing electrical work on municipal electrical projects.Design electrical systems to meet departmental and citywide needs.May assist in maintenance of City traffic signals and related electrical infrastructure.Review as-builts, electrical and site plans, and CMP 905 projects and as needed.Assist departments in preparing electrical job specifications and reviewing electrical bids.Conduct fire investigations related to electrical causes in collaboration with public safety officers.Represent the City in state level matters concerning electrical safety including, but not limited to, court proceedings, depositions, and legislative initiatives.Investigate electrical complaints or concerns throughout the city.Provide complaint resolution as a primary point of contact. Code Enforcement and Building Inspection Attending requires continuing education in electrical codes, building codes, plumbing, wastewater, zoning, and related areasInspect buildings under construction, alteration, or repair for compliance with building, plumbing, electrical, and zoning codes.Review construction and plot plans for code compliance prior to issuing permits.Conduct inspections of existing structures and issue correction notices as needed.Review and process building, occupancy, plumbing, and electrical permit applications.Investigate complaints of possible building, zoning, plumbing, and electrical violations and initiate corrective action.Provide information to the public regarding municipal ordinances, zoning, building codes, floodplain requirements and related regulations, provide procedural and regulatory consistency in inspections, approvals, and denials, follow-up on complaints, ensure deficiencies are resolved appropriately.Issue plumbing permits and perform plumbing inspections at required stages.Prepare letters of information, notices of violation, and enforcement documentation.Assist with permit flow, inspection scheduling, and departmental coordination. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of modern building and electrical construction practices, materials, and equipment.Advanced ability to detect violations and defective work and order corrective measures.Strong working knowledge of applicable electrical, building, plumbing, heating, health, and zoning codes.Ability to interpret complex construction plans, specifications, codes, statutes, and ordinances.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with City staff, officials, contractors, engineers, architects, attorneys, and the public.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and exercise sound judgment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED required.Master Electrician’s license, or Journeyman with at least four (4) years of experience in the construction industry highly preferred.State of Maine Municipal Code Enforcement Officer Certification required (or must be obtained within one year).Local Plumbing Inspector certification required (or must be obtained within one year).College degree in business, engineering, public administration, construction management, or related field preferred.Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in building, electrical, or plumbing trades preferred.Minimum of two years of supervisory or management experience is preferred. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED This position requires advanced knowledge and applications for the following: Microsoft Office applications —Word, Outlook, and PowerPointAdobe Professional SuiteLeveling and measuring instruments, light meters, and laddersStandard electrical inspection equipmentSafety EquipmentCell phone PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs. This position requires full range of body motion, to include bending at waist and full use of all extremities and back muscles. The employee is occasionally required to traverse a variety of terrains at construction sites, climb ladders and climb scaffolding. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with limitations to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is normal for business office activities. Occasionally the Inspector is exposed to loud construction sites in a variety of weather situations. BENEFITS Medical (City covers 80% of cost)Dental ($325 towards plan cost)Vision plan through EyeMedHealth Reimbursement Agreement (covers either $1,500 for single plan or $3,000 for family plan towards costs of deductible/coinsurance)100% City paid Life Insurance100% City paid STD/LTD with buy up options for increased coverageFSA (Medical and dependent care options)Retirement plans including MainePERS pension program, 401(a), 457(b), Retirement Health SavingsVacation Time, Sick Time, Personal DaysPaid parental leave14 City paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementWellness Program SELECTION GUIDELINES Employment application, letter of intent, and a resume are required for all applicants. Candidates will be interviewed as applicable, subject to a reference checking process and ranked according to education, experience, job knowledge, and skills as related to the position. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for the position, you must submit a complete employment application, letter of intent, resume, and references via http://CityofSaco.appone.com If you have questions about the position, please contact David Twomey, Director of Code Enforcement at (207)284-6983 or by emailing DTwomey@sacomaine.org. Print The job opportunities that appear on this page are maintained by members of the Maine Municipal Association through the Municipal Career Center. MMA does not maintain the content of these postings. Please reach out to the municipality or organization that posted the original ad with questions or concerns. The job opportunities that appear on this page are maintained by members of the Maine Municipal Association through the Municipal Career Center. MMA does not maintain the content of these postings. Please reach out to the municipality or organization that posted the original ad with questions or concerns.