Electrical Inspector

Role: Electrical Inspector - Battery Storage Project
Duration: 14 months
Hours: 40-60 per week
Location: St. Johns ON (Thorold ON)

Role Overview

The Electrical Inspector will oversee activities relating to the construction of electrical systems including substations and underground or overhead electrical transmission systems to ensure that defined requirements of schedule and quality are met. This is a full-time position for an 8-to-9-month duration with a full benefits package.

Main Accountabilities:

Provide daily oversight and regular inspections of the electrical system construction installation including substations underground and overhead electrical collection systems transmission lines electrical equipment and communications equipment

Maintain effective lines of communication with all company personnel responsible for the project as well as general contractors and sub-contractors

Properly and effectively perform electrical construction tasks as needed

Prepare daily reports outlining progress of the work

Ensure that electrical construction installations are completed in accordance with project documents and specifications

Review and comment on contractors schedules and provide assistance to the project team in meeting the overall project objectives

Attend seminars regarding code changes

Additional duties as required

Minimum Requirements:

Successful completion of a four-year apprenticeship program or an equivalent combination of training and experience that includes seven years of related work experience and attainment of a journeymans card

5 years supervising crews and electrical jobs

Thorough knowledge of NEC and local codes high-voltage safety codes electrical theory mathematics electrical construction maintenance methods and the proper use of personal protective equipment

Proficient with MS Suite (Word Excel Outlook)


Behavioral Requirements:


Ability to comprehend all construction documents including blueprints and drawings

Ability to exhibit a professional demeanor to customers and other employees

Visual acuity including sufficient depth perception color recognition and field of vision necessary to perform visual inspections work with small parts and take accurate measurements

Strong problem-solving statistical and analytical skills

Verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Ability to be self-motivated


Physical demands & working conditions:


Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment

Walking: Ability to walk .5 to 2 miles per day including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites.

Speech/Reading: Ability to speak read and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or scheduled form

Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds

Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form