Construction Electrical Inspector I- Department of Housing & Community Development

POSTING DATE: 05/5/2025

SALARY RANGE: $57396.00 $69757.00 ANNUALLY

BACKGROUND CHECK

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

PROBATION

All persons including current City employees selected for thisposition must complete a mandatory 6month probation.

ELIGIBILITY

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

EDUCATION ACCREDITATION

Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at .

CLASS DESCRIPTION

A Construction Electrical Inspector I conducts onsite inspections of electrical installations in new construction or renovation projects for contract and specification compliance. Work involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents in this class receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek but may be required to work evening weekend and holiday hours on a 24hour oncall basis. Work is performed at construction sites where incumbents may encounter dust mud noise heights and inclement weather conditions. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and is essential therefore that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this candidates will not be listed in rank order.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

On or before the date of filing the application each candidate must:

EDUCATION:Have a high school diploma or a GED certification from an accredited institution.

AND

EXPERIENCE:Have three (3) years experience in electrical installation maintenance or inspection work.

OR

EQUIVALENCY (NOTES):Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES:

Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial drivers license or equivalentand eligible to obtain a Baltimore City drivers permit.PROVISIONAL DRIVERS LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVERS LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

APPLICANTS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION MUST:

1) Hold a state license or local license as a master electrician; or

2) Have previously held within last five years a state license or local license as a master electrician that was not suspended or revoked; or

3) Be certified by:

i. The International Code Council as a Combination Inspector or as an Electrical Inspector for Residential or Commercial Buildings; or

ii. The North American Board of Certified Practitioners; or

iii. A certifying entity that is comparable to those listed above.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of construction and electrical installation methods materials and techniques.

• Knowledge of national and other codes and standards.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures including OSHA rules and regulations.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

• Mathematical ability.

• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with others.

• Ability to maintain records and write reports.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

BENEFITS:

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 77 78 and 79 of the City Ethics Law.

If you have questions regarding this position please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at .

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity equity and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color religion age sex ancestry creed national origin disability status genetics marital statusmilitary service sexual orientation gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER