Structural Inspector

City-of-Lubbock,-T; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking an Electrical Inspector to verify compliance with city ordinances and the National Electrical Code. The role involves inspecting electrical wiring, fixtures, and appliances inside buildings, answering code questions, and documenting inspections.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and relevant electrical licenses or ICC certification with the ability to obtain additional licenses within two years.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Bachelor degree in electrical engineering may substitute for the required license.
• ICC certification as an electrical inspector, or ability to obtain within one year.
• Valid driver’s license and electrical licensing options listed in guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical installations for conformance to city/state codes and the NEC.
• Answer questions and provide information on local, state and national codes.
• Suggest desirable changes in electrical damages and inspect for fire damage.
• Explain code requirements to electrical contractors.
• Keep records of inspections and prepare reports.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Skills

Communication

Inspection ability

Code knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (substitute for license)

ICC certification as Electrical Inspector (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Job description

Inspects electrical installation to verify conformance with laws and ordinances of the city and the National Electrical Code.

• Inspect the construction, installation, and repair of electrical light, power wiring, fixtures, appliances, and apparatus inside or running to buildings and structures for conformity to local and state codes and regulations governing electrical work.
• Answer questions and give information regarding local, state and national codes.
• Suggest desirable changes in electrical damages.
• Inspect electrical damages in case of fire.
• Explain code requirements to electrical contractors.
• Keep records of all inspections and prepares reports.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent. State license as a master, journeyman, or residential wireman electricianwith the ability to obtain a journeyman electrical license within two yearsof employment. Completion of a bachelor degree in electrical engineeringplus relevant experience may substitute for the required license. Possessan ICC certification as an electrical inspector, or the ability to obtainthe certification within one year of employment.; or any combination ofrelevant education and experience which provides the following:

• Valid current Driver's License
• Journey Electrician license or:
• Master Electrician license or:
• Residential Wireman Electric

Knowledge of:

• Electrical codes and local regulations governing electrical wiring.

Ability to:

• Make inspections.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Become certified by a major code group within one year of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently stand and walk during a shift.
• Occasionally climb laddes, scaffolding, stairs, poles, and inclined surfaces in order to make inspections.
• Rotate upper trunk tot he right or left while sitting or standing.
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.