Aurora, IL – Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector

City of Aurora; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 112,781,000 - 115,362,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking a Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector in the Development Services Department. The role requires performing on-site inspections across electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs and property maintenance, and issuing notices of violation with follow-up inspections.

Candidates must have five years of electrical construction experience, ICC certifications, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in electrical construction trades or supervision.
• ICC certifications required: Residential Electrical Inspector; Residential Plans Examiner; Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner; Commercial Electrical Inspector; Electrical Plans Examiner within specified timeframes.
• Valid driver’s license; pass pre-hire requirements (physical, drug screen, background).

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections for electrical, building, fire and related systems.
• Issue violations, notices and conduct re-inspections as needed.
• Review permit applications for code conformance and assist plan review where required.
• Interpret and enforce applicable codes and ordinances across disciplines.
• Maintain records, testify in court when required.

Skills

Electrical inspections

Code enforcement

Building codes

Reading blueprints

Job description

The City of Aurora is accepting applications for the position of Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector in the Development Services Department/Building & Permits Division.

Under general supervision of the Director of Building and Permits, this position functions as an Electrical Inspector as well as a multi-discipline inspector performing a variety of inspections requiring thorough knowledge and skill for the enforcement of all applicable codes and ordinances in a variety of areas to include, but not limited to: electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs and property maintenance inspections.

The duties of this position include but are not limited to: Functions as on-site inspector performing complete all-encompassing inspections for ascertaining compliance with the Electrical Code and other codes in a variety of areas to include: electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs, and property maintenance; Ascertains, denotes and reports violations, issues appropriate violations notices and makes subsequent re-inspections as required; Reviews all types of building permit applications for conformance with applicable codes and ordinances; Assists builders, contractors, and others in permit application completion; Assists Plan Examiner in reviewing plans and making code interpretation determinations in cases where questions exist; Answer public inquiries regarding codes and safety standards; Responds to public complaints regarding non-compliance with codes of possible defective and potentially unsafe building housing conditions; Recommends condemnation of other remedial action in cases of determined defect; Creates Code Enforcement violation notices when necessary and follows cases to their conclusion; Recommends and drafts amendments to various codes and ordinances; Prepares and maintains comprehensive requisite records and detailed reports; Appears in court, providing relevant testimony, as required; Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Successful candidates should possess working knowledge of the proper installation, repair, maintenance and operation of electrical systems including residential, commercial and industrial installations; Extensive knowledge of building, electrical, fire, mechanical, plumbing and other systems relative to construction inspections; Ability to interpret and enforce equitably, applicable provisions of codes and ordinances.

The position requires five (5) years’ experience as a contractor, engineer, architect, or as a superintendent, foreman or competent mechanic in charge of construction in the electrical construction trade. This position also requires the following International Code Council certifications at time of hire or within the prescribed timeframes below: Residential Electrical Inspector (within 3 months of hire); Residential Plans Examiner (within 9 months of hire); Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire); Commercial Electrical Inspector (within 6 months of hire); Electrical Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire). Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to physical, drug screen, and background check.

This is a full-time, union represented position. Beginning hourly pay is $39.36/hr, after 6 months $40.26/hr, and annual increases thereafter in accordance with the Labor Agreement. Please note: wage increase is pending current negotiations.

UNION BENEFITS

The City of Aurora offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and eligible part-time employees in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• Annual pay increases (in accordance with Labor Agreement)
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurances
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, personal days, and sick leave
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance (as determined by policy)
• Interpreters Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement
• May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)