Electrical Inspector I

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to perform inspections for compliance with Municipal, State, and National codes and identify defects and potential hazards. Performs residential and commercial electrical inspections. Consults with engineers, architects, developers, contractors, owners, and the general public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Conducts inspections of industrial, residential and commercial electrical systems to assure compliance with municipal and national electrical codes and to identify defects in building wiring systems; inspects specialized systems, such as computer rooms, and fire and security alarm systems; conducts inspections of potentially hazardous installation; takes action as necessary to assure safety

• Investigates electrical fires and electrical system complaints; consults with fire department on questionable fires; notifies power company of approved services

• Consults with engineers, electricians, developers, contractors and owners regarding the provisions of the electrical codes, ordinances, laws and design criteria and requirements

• Maintains records and prepares reports on electrical inspection activities; writes violation letters to order owners to repair or replace electrical systems; issues permits, corrective orders and violation notices

• Answers questions from the public, realtors, contractors and builders

• Prepares cases for court enforcement; testifies in court

• Processes hazardous electrical complaints and rental certifications

• Performs related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma
• -AND--
• At least four (4) years of experience in the electrical trade at the journey level
• -OR--
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Electrical Journeyman License

• State Electrical Inspector within 6 months of hire

Other Necessary Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• National Electrical Code, Michigan Electrical code, International Electrical Code, United Laboratory Standards and city of Grand Rapids ordinances

• The principles and practices of electrical systems and wiring, including specialized wiring systems

• The methods, materials and techniques used in the construction of electrical systems

• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping

• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

Ability to:

• Maintain records and prepare reports

• Inspect work being performed and to determine adherence to code

• Review, read and interpret electrical system codes, construction details and plans

• Enforce code

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries