Electrical Inspector General

Are you interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated in protecting the lives and property of this Commonwealth?

The Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Electrical Inspection Section inspects buildings and oversees the licensing of electricians and electrical contractors, certification of electrical inspectors, and educational programs in the administration and enforcement of electrical codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspects electrical installation during construction or remodeling to enforce the National Electrical Code minimum standards for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installation.

• Performs electrical license investigations at random and in response to written complaints if licensed violators are discovered, incumbent is responsible for contacting local authorities and initiating proceeding for court summons.

• Assist architects, engineers, plumbing contractors, builders, health department personnel, and homeowners ensuring adherence to the laws, regulations and codes in an assigned area.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient communication skills.

• Possess sufficient technical knowledge of the construction practices and techniques.

• Proven abilities to manage multiple projects.

• Conduct effective code research.

• Demonstrate attention to detail.

• High level of customer service.

If you are interested in a challenging, yet rewarding career, where you can make a positive difference in your community, we would love to have you become a part of the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction team.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High School Graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must possess a Kentucky Master Electrician License obtained through examination. OR Must have eight years of experience in the electrical trade; OR Be a registered electrical engineer engaged in that profession for at least three (3) years.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Certification as a certified Electrical Inspector General will substitute for the required experience

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Must be certified as a certified Electrical Inspector General OR must obtain certification as an Electrical Inspector General within first six months of employment. https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38087 Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Frequent travel is expected to perform inspections. Exposure to dangers and hazards associated with electricity.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Anisa Ross at anisa.ross@ky.gov or 859-473-5176.