Electrical Inspector

General Statement

The Electrical Inspector, under general supervision, conducts inspections in the field of new or existing electrical wiring in homes, businesses, and other buildings to meet safety standards, National Electrical Codes and Local Electrical Codes. Inspects all phases of the installation.

Responsible to communicate to the general public interpretation and potential violation of National Electrical Codes of the North Carolina State Building Code. Processes clerical work with daily inspection reports, work sheets and other.

Essential Functions

Conducts field inspections of all phases of new and existing electrical wiring to meet safety standards, National Electrical Codes and Local Electrical Codes.

Inspects electrical work on additions and remodel work.

Inspects change outs of heat and A/C, and hot water heaters.

Inspects change of occupancy of new tenants.

Inspects farm buildings, horse barns, swimming pools, spas, and schools.

Performs public contact by phone with owners and contractors, giving interpretations and requirements regarding North Carolina Electrical Code.

Informs homeowners and contractors of work to be corrected to meet North Carolina Electrical Code.

Communicates and deals with homeowners and contractors about projects, plans, general problems, and corrections to apply.

Reviews commercial building plans for compliance with the National Electrical Codes of the North Carolina State Building Code.

Fills out reports of daily inspections and corrections that need to be performed.

Fills in hours worked on time cards.

Answers phone calls from public and contractors for jobs scheduled for next working day.

Investigates complaints and alleged violations of the Zoning Ordinance as necessary.

Maintains County vehicle and personal appearance as a representative of the county in a professional manner.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), with vocational training with major course work in Electrical, and three (3) years of experience in the electrical trade; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must maintain a minimum of an Electrical Level III Standard Certificate through the North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to maintain a safe driving record as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Licenses or Certifications:

Electrical Level III, Plumbing Level I and Mechanical Level I Standard Certificate through the North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment like telephone, calculator, electrical diagram, and other electrical tools. Must be physically able to operate a truck.

Must be physical able to use hand tools, to climb, and to lift. Also required to walk to and though job sites, excavations and constructions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in occupied dwellings as well as new structures under construction. Adverse weather conditions such as cold, heat and rain will be present on construction sites.