Senior Inspector (Electrical)

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Please apply by: 5/3/24

Salary Range: $32.06 - $48.09

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant's salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA's responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Position Summary

Act as a daily lead for staff in day to day inspection activities. Work with staff and the contractor industry

in handling more complex projects in getting code and regulations for compliance, and evaluate and/or

determination of life safety impacts to the field conditions. This lead position is responsible for serving as

a leader and is responsible for information sharing of code changes, oversight, delegation and

implementation of projects/plans according to codes and regulations.

Essential Functions

Assist staff with complex inspections issues including providing technical advice and direction

Perform inspections when needed.

Provide on-site technical assistance to field team members and customers

Work with other departments and agencies to coordinate workflow and assignments

Conduct quality checks to include reviewing work of staff, maintaining staff records, and

conducting periodic customer service checks

Participate in team planning for the section to include area assignments, staffing, equipment needs

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum of four years of inspection experience or eight years in a construction trade

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications

Ability to obtain at least one level III certification in a trade within one year of hire

Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License

Requires County Driving Privileges

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

Policy and procedure development

All applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire and other related codes

Applicable rules, laws and regulations

Practices and procedures related to code violations

Customer service principles

Inspection procedures

Skills

Assigning and monitoring work

Conducting research

Interpreting laws and regulations

Performing inspections

Reading and interpreting plans and designs

Providing excellent customer service.

Following and complying with regulations

Prioritizing work

Leveraging resources

Abilities

Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining

good working relationships

Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to

individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and

retain the information provided

Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business

decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and

own organization's needs

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing

data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course

of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts,

constraints, and probable consequences

Delegating Responsibility: Allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to

appropriate others to maximize the organization's and individuals' effectiveness

Managing Work: Effectively managing one's time and resources to ensure that work is

completed efficiently

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical

and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current

developments and trends in areas of expertise

Computer Skills

Ability to operate notebook computer or IOS device

Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Work Environment

Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection

This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of

ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow

County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.

No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable

accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or

working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request.

Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions

may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.