Electrical Inspector - Development Services

City of Topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation leave

Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance

Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Topeka is hiring an Electrical Inspector to join the Planning and Development Services team. This entry-level position involves inspections of residential and commercial buildings to ensure compliance with Municipal Building Codes and safety. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Journeyman Electrician with strong organizational skills and knowledge of the electrical industry. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement options, paid leave, and wellness support.

Qualifications

• Must obtain an Electrical Inspector Certification within 18 months of the date of hire.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial buildings during and after construction.
• Identify and document violations and unsafe conditions.
• Issue notices and orders for corrective actions.

Skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Knowledge of the electrical construction industry

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Job description

Electrical Inspector - Development Services

The City of Topeka is seeking a licensed Journeyman Electrician to join its Planning and Development Services team as an Electrical Inspector. This is an entry level inspection position that is responsible for conducting inspections, verifying compliance with Municipal Building Codes and related ordinances, and supporting safe electrical practices. This position works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect residential and commercial buildings during and after construction
• Identify and document violations and unsafe conditions
• Issue notices and orders for corrective actions

The ideal candidate has:

• The ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Knowledge of the electrical construction industry
• An aptitude for technology and is proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be a licensed Journeyman Electrician.
• Must obtain an Electrical Inspector Certification within 18 months of the date of hire.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required.

The City of Topeka offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System which totals over 315,000 active, inactive and retired members and manages approximately $20 billion in assets for KPERS members' benefits.
• Generous paid vacation leave and separate paid sick leave, and one additional paid personal leave days each year
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Free in-house Wellness Center, a full-service fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program.

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer