Electrical Inspector

SUMMARY:

The Electrical Inspector performs administrative and technical work in the enforcement of the State Electrical Code for wiring in all types of buildings. Performs services by applicable Massachusetts General Law Town policies Town Bylaws and relevant state federal and local regulations and standards.

Supervision Received: This position works under the direction of the Building Commissioner by the applicable Massachusetts General Laws Town policies Town bylaws and relevant state federal and local regulations and standards. Work will be completed following established departmental policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Makes inspections of buildings and homes to check on wiring installations for safety and adherence to electrical codes.

Approves applications for electrical wiring installations and issues permits for such installations.

Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of electricity electrical devices and apparatus. Considerable judgment is required in making technical decisions. Knowledge of inspection techniques and manner of presentation of office to the public. Some knowledge of general operations of other inspection divisions to be able to coordinate inspections effectively. Some knowledge of report writing and the ability to submit clear and concise yearly reports.

Abilities: Ability to interpret and enforce in an impartial manner state and local laws such as the State Electrical Code and local zoning bylaws. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a detailed and effective manner; ability to deal tactfully with disgruntled members of the public; ability to establish effective working relationships with department staff property owners designers contractors subcontractors and other code enforcement or regulatory agencies. Ability to apply practical intuitive reasoning to interpret and apply code regulations consistently and impartially. Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule. Ability to understand follow and transmit written and oral instructions. Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees supervisors and the public. Ability to meet inspection schedules with dependability and consistency.

Skill: Proficient oral and written communication skills; strong commitment to excellent customer service; and a desire to meet and serve the community. Proficiency with cell phones tablet copy machines fax machines and electrical testing equipment.

Physical Requirements/Work Location:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positions essential functions.

Work Location: Offsite

Field work is conducted under varying conditions with exposure to some occupational risks and requires local travel. Will be required to work outside of normal business hours for callins by other departments.

Physical Skills: Work requires some agility and physical strength such as moving in or about construction sites or over rough terrain or standing or walking most of the work period. Occasionally work may require lifting pushing or pulling department equipment or materials.

Motor Skills: Duties may involve assignments requiring the application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Examples include operating a motor vehicle using a personal computer using hand tools or climbing a ladder.

Visual Skills: Employee is required to constantly read documents and blueprints or construction drawings for general understanding and analytical purposes. Employee must be able to determine color differences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a fouryear high school course or vocational five years or more of fulltime practical experience in electrical construction and maintenance work as a licensed electrician.General knowledge of State and National electrical codes.

Special Requirements:

Possession of a Motor Vehicle Class D Operators License

Possession of Certificate A or Certificate B license under section three of chapter one hundred and fortyone.

EOE/AA

Required Experience:

Senior IC