Electrical Inspector 1

District of North Vancouver; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking district known for its commitment to community and environmental initiatives. This role offers the chance to ensure electrical safety and compliance while engaging with contractors and the public. With a competitive pay structure and a supportive work culture, you'll thrive in an environment that values professional development and work-life balance. If you're passionate about making a positive impact on your community and ensuring safety standards, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work options

Family-friendly workplace

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and electrical apprenticeship.
• Eligibility to be appointed as an Electrical Safety Officer.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical installations for compliance with codes.
• Issue permits and certificates related to electrical work.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code

Knowledge of electrical installation methods

Ability to check and interpret plans

Skill in using tools and equipment

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Electrical apprenticeship with journeyman experience

Job description

Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine-day fortnight and hybrid work options. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.

Position Overview

This is technical, inspectional and regulatory work involving the inspection of electrical equipment and installations to ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, acts, standards and regulations. Reporting to the Electrical Inspector 2, the incumbent inspects residential, commercial and industrial electrical installations and equipment to ensure that materials used have been approved by the Canadian Standards Association and that such installations comply with by-laws, codes and regulations. The incumbent will check plans and specifications submitted for approval before work permit issue or rejection; provide technical assistance, advice and information to the public, contractors, designers and engineers on matters related to the work; issue electrical permits, certificates and compliance orders; record field inspections; prepare reports and correspondence and perform related administrative work.

The successful applicant will possess:
• Thorough knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and other related regulations and acts;
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in electrical installation, construction, operation and maintenance projects;
• The ability to check and interpret plans and specifications; recognize technical requirements and suggest required changes; exercise sound judgement; establish and maintain effective working relationships and act in the absence of the senior electrical inspector;
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors, engineers and electricians;
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to work performance.

Qualifications
Completion of Grade 12 and an electrical apprenticeship with sound related journeyman experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid B.C. Driver’s Licence, along with use of personal vehicle if corporate vehicle is not available is a requirement. Applicants must be eligible to be appointed as an Electrical Safety Officer. Preference will be given to those with considerable related experience preferably as an Electrical Safety Officer.

Details
Salary: The pay range for this unionized position is $50.13 to $54.44 per hour (2024 rates)
Hours of Work: 35-hour work week

Apply
The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at https://careers.dnv.org by May 14, 2025 to be considered.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.

We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.

Compensation

Compensation The pay range for this unionized position is $50.13 to $54.44 per hour (2024 rates).

Posting Number

Posting Number JP#25-32

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 04/23/2025

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 05/14/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Technical/Trade School Certificate/Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-3
  • 3-5
  • 5-7
  • 7+

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Other