Construction Codes Inspector (Electrical)

Position Information

BONUS: New hires receive $1500 upon hire and $1500 after completing the one-year probationary period ($3000 total).

Are you interested in working for Arlington County's award-winning, fully accredited Inspection Services Division? We have just the opportunity for you! The Inspection Services Division (ISD) within the Community Planning, Housing and Development (CPHD) Department is seeking an Electrical Codes Inspector to ensure that all phases of building construction are completed in conformance with codes, ordinances, and approved plans and specifications. The ISD is responsible for working with Arlington County citizens and developers to build and maintain property throughout the County.

Electrical Codes Inspector positions may be filled at level I, II, or III, depending upon the candidate's experience and qualifications. The employee will receive training on materials, methodology, and code requirements for residential and commercial high-rise inspections.

Specific duties include:

• Inspecting temporary electrical services and panels, feeder wiring, appliances, grounding, location and installation of equipment motors, and emergency power sources;

• Receiving cross training in all areas of code enforcement and providing technical direction to other inspectors;

• Inspecting heating, cooling, and/or mechanical ventilating systems, checking plans, boilers, air conditioning, ventilation, and small appliance installations and repairs in new construction, single and multi-family dwellings;

• Assisting in complex inspections of new commercial and high-rise construction;

• Using computers and/or mobile devices to record the results and status of inspections;

• Preparing and issuing notices of violation, assessing job site safety and damages, researching, and interpreting codes, and reviewing construction plans and blueprints;

• Consulting with homeowners, contractors, and construction personnel regarding compliance with codes and ordinances;

• Responding to emergency and after-hours inspections; and

• Preforming other duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

Minimums: High School Diploma/GED; plus

Electrical Codes Inspector I:

• Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade; and

• Possess or obtain 2 VA State NCPCCI or ICC certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector in Electrical field within 12 months of hire.

Electrical Codes Inspector II:

• Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade;

• One (1) year of experience in construction codes inspection or closely related work;

• Possess 2 VA State NCPCCI or ICC Certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector in electrical field; and

• Possess or obtain 3 additional VA ICC certifications: Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties within 36 months of employment.

Electrical Codes Inspector III:

• Three (3) years of experience in electrical or general building construction trade;

• Two 2 years of construction codes inspection experience or closely related work; and

• Possession 5 VA state NCPCCI or ICC Certs: Residential Inspector AND Commercial Inspector for assigned trade specialty (electrical), AND Residential Inspector for remaining 3 trade specialties.

Substitution: Additional college education may substitute for up to one year of construction experience.

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with an Associate degree in a related field and experience in one or more of the following:

• Applying and interpreting National Electrical Code (NEC);

• Inspection and enforcement of National Electrical Code (NEC);

• Enforcement of Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC); and

• Commercial installation/inspection of electrical systems in mid-rise and high-rise buildings.

Special Requirements

• The employee must obtain 2 of VA state NCPCCI or ICC certs: Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector for Electrical within 12 months of hire.

• The employee must progress through the Electrical Codes Inspector I to Electrical Codes Inspector III within three years of hire, completing all of the required training modules and passing the required examinations to become certified as a Combination Residential Inspector and Commercial Inspector in Electrical field.

• A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

• The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of employment, a valid driver's license, and must provide a copy of or allow Arlington County to obtain a copy of the driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

• Completion of the Commonwealth of Virginia Statement of Economic Interest form will be required of the successful candidate upon hire and annually thereafter.

• Work Environment: requires climbing ladders and going into trenches, walking up stairways, accessing small spaces and spending several hours a day standing and/or walking. Substantial time is spent outdoors or in buildings under construction/renovation in all types of weather conditions.

Additional Information

NOTE: This position is listed as open until filled. Applications will be considered continuously. This posting will close when the position has been filled or when sufficient qualified applications have been received.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasionally, inspections are scheduled outside of the normal work hours. Inspectors normally begin and end workdays in the office and are required to participate in meetings and task groups.

The official job title is Construction Codes Inspector and positions may be filled at level I, II, or III depending upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Construction Codes Inspector I is $66,019.20 - $100,755.20

Construction Codes Inspector II is $71,052.80 - $108,576.00

Construction Codes Inspector III is $79,934.40 - $122,158.40

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.

Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time).

More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.

Permanent, Full-Time Appointments

All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:

Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.

Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.

Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.

For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.

Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.

Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:

Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.

Limited Term Appointments:

Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.

Temporary Regular Appointments:

Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:

Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.

01

What is the Highest level of education you have completed?

• High school/GED

• Completion of Apprenticeship in related field

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree (or above)

02

How much experience do you have with building/electrical construction codes, inspection or enforcement?

• Less than one year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

03

Please indicate if you have experience in any of the following:

• Electrical Construction

• Applying and interpreting National Electrical Codes (NEC)

• Inspection and enforcement of National Electrical Code (NEC)

• Enforcement of Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC)

• Commercial installation/inspection of electrical systems in mid-rise and high-rise buildings

• None

04

Please indicate which Inspection Certifications you possess:

• Residential Electrical

• Residential Building

• Residential Mechanical

• Residential Plumbing

• Commercial Building

• Commercial Mechanical

• Commercial Plumbing

• Combination Residential Inspector

• Combination Commercial

• None

05

I am certified as (please check all that apply):

• ICC Building Inspector

• ICC Building Plan Examiner

• Virginia Building Inspector

• Virginia Electrical Inspector

• Virginia Mechanical Inspector

• Virginia Building, Electrical, or Mechanical Plans Examiner

• Another State Building, Electrical, or Mechanical Plan Examiner

• Cross Connection devices

• None of the above

06

Please provide any other examinations, certifications you possess and the state(s) in which you are certified? Specify N/A, if not applicable.

07

Please describe your experience with Electrical/General Building Construction, Construction Codes Inspection or Enforcement, or a closely related field. Specify N/A, if not applicable.

Required Question

Agency Arlington County

Address 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 511

Arlington, Virginia, 22201

Phone 703-228-3500

Website https://careers.arlingtonva.us/