On-Call Building Inspector-Electrical

City of Parkland; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Parkland is seeking an On-Call Plans Examiner to review electrical plans and specifications for compliance with city, county, state, and federal codes during construction, remodeling, and repair projects.

This on-call position requires inspection of electrical installations, collaboration with contractors and inspectors, and participation in pre-hurricane preparations. A Journeyman license or EC certification and Florida code knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Journeyman Electrician or EC license or be eligible to obtain one.
• Five years of related work experience in electrical inspection or construction.
• Proficiency with the Florida Building Code and related standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and codes; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine electrical plans, blueprints, and specifications for compliance with applicable codes.
• Prepare comments and require corrections prior to plan approval.
• Perform on-site inspections of electrical installations in new construction, additions, or repairs.
• Assist contractors, owners, builders, and inspectors with questions and code interpretations.
• Participate in pre-hurricane preparations and post-storm recovery efforts.

Skills

Electrical code knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrician license or EC license

5 years of related work experience

Florida Building Code certification eligibility

Valid driver's license

Tools

Data entry software

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

There are lots of reasons to join the City of Parkland’s dynamic team of public servants! Besides competitive pay, we offer great benefits, learning opportunities, professional development, and a team that truly cares about each other. That’s why we were named one of Sun-Sentinel's 2022 Top Workplaces based on what our own employees had to say about their experience working for the City of Parkland!

What you'll be doing:

The On-Call Plans Examiner will work on an on-call, as needed basis. This position is responsible for the examination of all specifications, blueprints, and plans for construction, remodeling, demolition, and repair to ensure they are in compliance with city, country, state, and Federal code and regulations relating to the electrical phase of building construction and use.

• Performs tasks outlined below within the defined political boundaries of the City of Parkland, or other areas only as permitted by inter-local agreement.
• Examines all specifications, blueprints, and plans of electrical installations, remodeling, removal, and repair to ensure they are in compliance with city, country, state, and Federal code and regulations.
• Prepares comments on plans found to be deficient, based on code, and ensures completion of corrections prior to approval.
• Performs inspections of electrical installations, including work and materials, used in installing or extending a system of electrical wiring for the use of light, heat, power, or low voltage systems installed in new construction, additions, alterations, or repairs to existing systems.
• Assists in resolving problems or answering questions by interaction with contractors, owners, builders, electricians, Building Officials, and inspectors.
• Assists in the investigation of complaints of defective electrical installations which are reported as fire and other hazards.
• Participates with all staff members in pre-hurricane preparations and post-storm recovery efforts.
• Attends training classes, meetings, and seminars in order to maintain certification.
• Provides ideas and suggestions for the improvement of department processes.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Licensed as a Journeyman Electrician or Certified Electrical Contractor (EC), or be eligible to obtain such license.
• Five (5) years of related work experience.
• Must be able to meet the certification requirements of the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals as found in Chapter 1 of the Broward County Administrative Provisions of the Florida Building Code.
• Must be certified or able to be certified by the Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Board, State of Florida, in the category sought.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of computer and technical skills including mathematics with the use of complex drawings, specifications, charts, tables, and various types of precision measuring instruments.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and materials involved in designing, constructing and installing a variety of electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code, Florida Building Code, NFPA Standards, NRTL acceptance programs, and general construction codes.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, rules, and regulations.
• Skill in applying knowledge of the National Electrical Code, the Florida Building Code, and all other applicable codes.
• Skill in the use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in using computers for data entry.
• Skill in using computers for word processing and accounting purposes.
• Ability to take direction from supervisors and implement plans, policies, and practices as directed.
• Ability to refine existing planning and building practices to improve both quality and quantity of work output.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in order to prepare reports and maintain records.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, blueprints, engineering, and wiring diagrams, and to determine deviation from plan during the construction process.
• Ability to make decisions, recognizing established precedents and practices, and to use resourcefulness and tact in meeting new problems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications; Ability to read, understand and explain codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Ability to research code and standards effectively.
• Ability to plan and organize work load and to adjust assignments when necessary.
• Ability to enforce codes and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
• Ability to detect and locate defective electrical systems.
• Ability to perform on-site inspections which may require access where limited space is available.
• Ability to follow oral and written assignments and to ascertain facts through investigation.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to consult with building owners, contractors, crafts persons, and others in interpreting and securing compliance with the code.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, officials and the public.

• Work environment is typically performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.
• The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: crouching, manual dexterity, hearing, kneeling, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION

This position is deemed a safety sensitive position in accordance with Florida State Statute Chapter 112.0455 Drug Free Workplace Act and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.