ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

State of New Hampshire

New Hampshire

On-site

USD 41,000 - 59,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety, has a full-time vacancy for an Electrical Inspector. The selected candidate will conduct thorough plan reviews and inspections of electrical installations to ensure compliance with state codes and standards.

Qualification includes a 9-year combined education/experience requirement in the electrical field, at least 3 years of inspection experience, and a valid NH Master Electrician license; a fingerprint background check

Qualifications

Equivalent combination of 9 years of education and experience after high school.
Education and experience must be in the electrical field, with at least 3 years of inspections experience.
Valid NH Master Electrician license and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Perform construction plan reviews to verify state building and fire code compliance.
Inspect residential, commercial and industrial electrical installations and alterations.
Investigate suspected electrical code violations and provide testimony as needed.
Document code violations and prepare detailed inspection reports for follow-up.
Assist local fire officials with inspections and provide technical interpretations of the codes.

Skills

Electrical inspections

Plan review

Code interpretation

Education

9 years combined education/experience in electrical field

Knowledge of National Electrical Code

NH Master Electrician license (certification)

Job description

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No Criteria:

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Division of Fire Safety

33 Hazen Drive, Concord NH 03305

Electrical Inspector

Position #13765

$31.33/hour - $42.60/hour

This position offers a Trainee Status* starting at the following pay rate: $30.02 per hour

Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date
See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety, has a full-time vacancy for an Electrical Inspector, SOC Title 47-4010 BLDG INSPECTORS-4. This position has a 40 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.

Summary

Conducts thorough plan reviews and inspections of new and existing electrical installations, alterations and/or repairs to ensure applicable laws, rules, codes and standards are met. Conducts investigations of suspected electrical code violations.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 9 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in the electrical field, with at least 3 years of conducting inspections of construction projects and technical interpretations of the National Electrical Code.

License/Certification

Valid NH Master Electrician license
Valid driver's license

Other Requirements

Selected candidate will undergo a fingerprint-based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information
Must be available for overtime work on short notice and emergency work at times other than normal business hours based on workload and critical need

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 8+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No Criteria:

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

Performs construction plan review to verify state building and fire code compliance and issues approvals when directed by the Deputy Fire Marshal. Assists with inspections of construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155-A and Saf-C 8100.
Assists local fire officials and code enforcement officials with inspections of residential, commercial and industrial installations on premises for which permits have been issued, as the work is in process and upon completion by licensed electricians and provides technical assistance and interpretations of the applicable laws, rules, codes, and standards.
Investigates complaints of reported/suspected electrical code violations as directed. Assists in addressing violations and may provide testimony in court or administrative hearings as directed.
Promotes effective application of state building and fire codes by documenting code violations and writing detailed inspection reports, following up with re-inspections as needed. Works with building owners and contractors to achieve compliance with the applicable laws, rules, codes, and standards.
Assembles and prepares background information and documentation regarding non-compliance activities, code violations, safety reviews, and licensure discrepancies for required inspection reports.
Assists fire departments and other agencies in the investigation of electrical related incidents and in identifying potential contributing factors such as violations of codes and regulations.
Provides guidance and education to stakeholders, electrical contractors, and concerned public groups, on electrical codes, safety standards, and the application of other applicable laws, rules, codes, and standards.

For further information please contact Brian Allard, Assistant Director/Deputy Fire Marshal, at brian.h.allard@dos.nh.gov or 603-731-6143.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits