Field Inspector - Electrical

Pasco Police Department; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County is seeking a Field Inspector I - Electrical to perform inspections of electrical installations for conformity with the National Electrical Code and local laws. The role covers field and office work within the County Electrical Inspection Program, requiring technical examination and application of standard trade practices.

Essential duties include inspecting construction sites, identifying hazards, advising contractors and homeowners, and performing related tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of the National Electrical Code and ordinances or be able to acquire it.
• Exposure to various electrical installations; understanding equipment and appliances.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Proficiency in using a computer for inspections and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Inspects electrical installations in new and existing buildings during construction and completion.
• Examines buildings for hazardous electrical conditions and reports findings.
• Advises contractors and homeowners on electrical installations.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

NEC knowledge

Inspection practices

Reading plans

Code enforcement

Interpersonal skills

Computer use

Physical capability

Defect detection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A FIELD INSPECTOR I - ELECTRICAL

The Field Inspector I - Electrical role involves responsible and skilled work in the inspection of electrical installations and equipment for conformity with the National Electrical Code, related laws, and ordinances. Employees are responsible for performing both field and office work in the County Electrical Inspection Program. Duties require technical examinations and the application of standard trade practices to inspection work.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects electrical installations in new and old buildings during construction and upon completion.
• Examines buildings for hazardous electrical conditions and reports same.
• Advises contractors and homeowners on electrical installations.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of the provisions of the National Electrical Code and ordinances; or ability to acquire this knowledge.
• Knowledge of the methods and practices involved in constructing, installing, maintaining, and operating a variety of electrical installations, equipment, and appliances.
• Knowledge of possible defects and faults in electrical wiring, appliances, and of standard testing devices and effective corrective measures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications of electrical installations.
• Ability to enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with builders, contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to detect faults and the knowledge of when defects are most easily found and remedied.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Ability to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Requires working indoors and outdoors. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle to visit job sites. Must be able to walk, stoop, bend, and climb to make inspections. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Applicants must have five (5) years of experience in the electrical construction trade as a supervisor, foreman, electrical contractor, or licensed journeyman. This experience must be verifiable and signed off by a contractor, engineer or architect or they will not qualify to apply for the provisional Electrical Inspector license.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Applicants must obtain provisional license as an Electrical Inspector within 120 days of hire. Applicants must have five (5) years of verified experience, signed off by a contractor, engineer or architect to be able to qualify to be provisionally licensed as an Electrical Inspector and to take the inspector examination. Applicants must successfully pass the examination to achieve F.S. 468 Standard Certification as an Electrical Inspector within one (1) year from date of hire in order to fulfill minimum Electrical Inspector I certification standards.

** Additional Incentive available for multiple license(s)**

ADA STATEMENT:

A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:

Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:

Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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