Senior Electrical Inspector

CITY OF NORTH LAS VEGAS; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Las Vegas is seeking a skilled Electrical Inspector to conduct detailed inspections of electrical systems in building construction and renovation projects, ensuring compliance with codes and approved plans. You will advise contractors and the public, and participate in a structured selection process.

Minimum qualifications include Master Electrician experience and ICC certifications; a Nevada driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) years of practical level experience as a Master Electrician.
• ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector certification at hire.
• OSHA 10 Hour Construction within 15 days of hire.
• Electrical Plans Examiner certification within 1 year of hire/reclassification.
• Commercial Combination Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, and Mechanical within 2 years of hire/reclassification.
• Master Electrician Certificate issued by a recognized public agency.
• Equivalency: 9 years of journey level experience may substitute for education/experience.
• Must possess or obtain Nevada state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of electrical systems in construction and renovation projects to verify compliance with plans, specs and codes.
• Investigate problems and analyze issues; recommend modifications and repairs for safety and compliance.
• Provide guidance to contractors, builders, and the public.

Skills

Master Electrician

Electrical Inspector

Code compliance

Guide contractors

Education

ICC Commercial Electrical Inspector certification

OSHA 10 Hour Construction

Electrical Plans Examiner certification

Commercial Combination Inspector (Building/Plumbing/Mechanical)

Master Electrician Certificate

Equivalent journeyman experience (9 years)

Nevada state driver’s license

Job description

Continue to serve your community, make a difference, and GROW your career! We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation and our community continues to grow!

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, conducts detailed inspections of electrical systems in building construction and renovation in progress and upon completion to verify continuous compliance with approved plans, specifications and applicable codes and ordinances specializing in electrical inspections. Performs inspections, investigates and analyzes problems and recommends solutions for modifications and repairs to existing complex systems, ensuring safety and compliance, and provides guidance to contractors, builders, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; and
• Five (5) years of practical level experience as a Master Electrician.
• Possession of International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Commercial Electrical Inspector at the time of hire.
• OSHA 10 Hour Construction must be obtained within fifteen (15) days of date of hire.
• Electrical Plans Examiner certification within one (1) year of hire/reclassification.
• Commercial Combination Inspector Certifications in Building, Plumbing, and Mechanical within (2)two years of hire/reclassification.
• Possession of a Master Electrician Certificate issued by a recognized public agency as determined by the Building Official.
• Equivalency: Nine (9) years of journey level experience as a Journeyman Electrician with Journeyman Electrician Certificate issued by a recognized public agency as determined by the Building Official may be substituted for the education and experience required above.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Nevada state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record.

Foreign Education

Applicants using foreign education to meet minimum qualifications must provide a U.S. equivalency evaluation from a current NACES or AICE member. Applicants are responsible for all associated costs.

Internal Notice for Teamster Team Members

This posting will create a non-probationary internal Teamster eligibility list and fill 1 vacancy for this classification. The current vacancy is in the Land Development department. The internal Teamster eligibility list will be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification, for up to one hundred and eighty (180) days. Non-probationary Teamster team members successfully completing the selection process will be placed on the internal Teamster eligibility list. All other team members including part-time/temporary employees along with external candidates may apply for this recruitment. These individuals may be considered after the appropriate recruitment process of the collective bargaining agreement has been followed. If the vacancy is not filled through promotion by a full-time non-probationary Teamster team members, the next opportunity for placement will be to hire qualified part-time/temporary employees and external candidates.

Work Schedule

This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day (36 hour work week). Must be able to work any shift or days of the week.

Selection Process

1. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process.
2. Personnel File Review - Pass/Fail, Minimum passing score is 75%- All current employees seeking internal positions will undergo a personnel file review. The personnel file review includes a current employment status check (probationary/qualifying periods), and a review of active discipline and most recent performance evaluation. Employees with a rating that does not meet minimum standards may be disqualified from this recruitment process.
3. Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%).
4. Pre-Employment Screening – Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.
5. Selection/Offer Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy. The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

Questions?

The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application. For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact: Lucero Gonzalez | Talent Acquisition Partner [e-mail] Monique Hesse | Human Resources Technician [e-mail]

Compensation Range

$41.43 - $59.19

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type including but not limited to: race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities where limitations related to their disability affect the performance of their job. Applicants with disabilities may request an accommodation relating to the hiring process; such requests should be made to the Human Resources Department via phone at [phone]. An employee or applicant who believes they have been discriminated against on the basis of a disability may file a complaint with the Human Resources Director or his/her designee.