Electrical Inspector

Department of Building; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is seeking an Inspector (Electrical) to perform technical inspections of electrical installations for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Electrical Code, and Department rules. You will review plans, verify licenses, and issue violations as needed.

Work includes joint inspections with FDNY at fire scenes, testifying in proceedings, and maintaining detailed records. The role may involve shifts and citywide assignments based on need.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician, designer, or inspector of electrical installations, light, heat and/or power distribution, traffic signals, fire alarm detection or communication systems; or
• Three years of experience plus 60 credits towards a degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited college or university; or
• Completion of an apprentice program, at least three years in length, in the electrical trade or electrical inspection and either two years of experience as described in “1” above or 60 credits or two years of education as described in “2” above; or
• A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” or “3” above.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical inspections for compliance with NYC Construction Codes and Electrical Code.
• Inspect electrical installations in buildings for light, heat, or power distribution.
• Perform joint inspections with FDNY at fire scenes and accidents.
• Issue violations, stop work orders, and verify licenses.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Testify at ECB, depositions, and court as needed.
• May supervise staff or review applications.

Skills

Electrical codes knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

60 credits towards electrical engineering degree

Two years of electrical program training

Apprentice program in electrical trade (3+ years)

Professional engineer license or registered architect license

Education/experience equivalent to above

Job description

The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. We are committed to becoming the premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our City safer.

This position performs work in the inspection of electrical installations, repairs or alterations for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Electrical Code, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.

• Performs technical inspections electrical installations in connection with light, heat or power for buildings and other structures for compliance with the New York building and electrical codes, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
• Makes periodic inspections of electrical wiring in combustible occupancies and places of public assembly.
• Performs joint inspections with FDNY at scenes of fires and other accidents regarding potential electrical defects.
• Inspects scenes of fires or accidents to determine whether violations of NYC Construction Codes, Electrical Code, Department rules, and other pertinent laws and rules are present
• Investigates complaints of defective electrical installations which are reported as fire, shock or other hazard and issues verbal or written instructions for correction.
• Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
• Explains and enforces electrical standards, and laws and rules relevant to the field.
• Issues violations, summonses, and stop work orders.
• Verifies licenses of onsite workers.
• When issuing violations, advises the recipient of the nature of the violating condition.
• Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
• Maintains records and makes reports.
• May assign, supervise, review and evaluate work of subordinates.
• May review applications relevant to the field.
• May assist supervisor.

Some of the physical activities performed by Inspectors (Electrical) and environmental conditions experienced are: driving vehicles to and from inspection sites; walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections; climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas which must be inspected; standing for extended periods of time; maintaining balance while walking over narrow walkways or areas that are elevated; climbing around and over various objects; and working in areas that may be damp, dusty, dark, smoky or acrid.

Special Working Conditions

Inspectors may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Additional Information

At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

At the time of appointment, all candidates residing in New York City must apply to receive Special Patrolman status.

Work Location - Citywide

Unit assignment and work location are based on operational need. Transfers may occur at any time with sufficient notice.

License Requirements

At the time of appointment, you must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

For certain assignments, candidates must qualify for appointment as Special Patrolman. This status must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes and Electrical Code- Computer literacy

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician, designer, or inspector of electrical installations, light, heat and/or power distribution, traffic signals, fire alarm detection or communication systems; or
2. Three years of experience as described in “1” above, and one of the following:
   • (a) 60 credits towards a degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited college or university; or
   • (b) Two years of full-time training in an acceptable electrical program in an accredited technical school; or
3. Completion of an apprentice program, at least three years in length, in the electrical trade or electrical inspection and either (a) two years of experience as described in “1” above or (b) 60 credits or two years of education as described in “2” above; or
4. A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law; or
5. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” or “3” above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.