What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Inspector position at City of Bridgeport?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Specialized inspection work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in connection with regulating electrical installations, alterations, and repairs; related work as required; performed under general supervision but with wide latitude for independent decision in work of routine character.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential functions or duties described below are the primary functions and duties of the position. There may be other types of work that may be performed, and the omission of a particular duty or function does not exclude that duty or function from the position provided the duty or function is similar in work, related to the work or logically assigned to the position.
- Inspects electrical installations and alterations to ensure compliance with pertinent codes and regulations.
- Discusses plans and problems with interested parties and assists and advises.
- Examines more comprehensive plans and offers recommendations to ensure proper installations.
- Issues permits, answers correspondence, processes electrical licenses
- Prepares examinations for journeymen and master electricians.
- Investigate possible violations and enforce correction of defects; keep records and make reports.
- Requires proficient computer skills, internet, and computer software.
- Must attend continuing education training programs.
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- High School graduate.
- Three (3) years’ experience as a journeyman craftsman in the specialized field, or in an equivalent supervisorycapacity.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of electrical methods, practices, and pertinent codes and regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
- Demonstrated tact to ensure strict adherence to pertinent regulations without interference with effective relationships.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid Connecticut Driver’s License – This job requires daily driving.
- Valid E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor License.
- Certified Electrical Inspector as per Section 29-262-8b of Connecticut General Statutes, if not already attainedis required to be completed by the end of probationary period.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations which do not cause undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, or hear. Theemployee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; andreach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, orcrawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift weights up to 75pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or inoutside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxicor caustic chemicals or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $91,490.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Certified Electrical Inspector as per Section 29-262-8b of Connecticut General Statutes, if not already attained is required to be completed by end of probationary period. Can you provide this information?
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contactor License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $91,490