Electrical Inspector
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Job Description
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
06/04/25Division:
Building Safety DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:
This Electrical Inspector position is seeking an experienced Colorado Journeyman Electrician or Master Electrician for electrical inspections. A candidate should have a keen eye for detail direct experience in the permitting installation and alteration of electrical work for new construction projects ideally in both residential and commercial applications.
TheElectrical Inspectorrole is a great opportunityfor someone who:
- Has an eye for detail relating to structural safety.
- Enjoys working with a collaborative and experienced team.
- Wants to conduct fieldwork in various locations throughout Jefferson County.
If this sounds like you Jefferson Countys Electrical Inspectorrolemay be what youve been searching for!
The Electrical Inspector is responsible for performing technical inspection work throughout the county. This individual will inspect various structures (industrial commercial residential etc.) to ensure compliance with building codes. The Electrical Inspector reviews blueprints diagrams and plans and a variety of structures in progress and in final form to ensure compliance with codes. Failed inspections require this role to issue correction notices and stop-work orders as well as explanations of correction notices and building codes to various officials agencies and the public. This work also involves responding to complaints regarding potential building code violations.
SCHEDULE:
This position typically operates on a traditional 5-day workweek (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm) in the field and in-office.
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range: $33.00 $35.00 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education experience and skills.
BENEFITS:
Benefits include dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs tuition reimbursement and more. Click here for our Total Rewards summary.
Jeffco offers a work community that strives to promote the development strategic vision and scope for work and inclusion practices to strengthen and advance shared departmental goals and alignment with the county strategic plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
TheElectrical Inspectoris responsible for:
- Driving throughout the county to perform various types of inspections (plumbing electrical structural safety etc.).
- Note: Inspections in the field require extensive use of a ladder.
- Employee MUST be able to lift 50-100 lbs. of material as needed for fieldwork and inspections.
- Ensuring compliance with current building safety codes.
- Interpreting plans and issuing written code interpretations.
- Working with the Sheriffs Office and fire departments to evaluate hazardous conditions where appropriate.
- Explaining product installation requirements and clarifying technical codes.
- Issuing corrections and stop work orders.
- Ensuring adherence of scope of work to accepted plans and documents.
- Maintaining a wide variety of accurate records forms and reports in conjunction with field inspections.
- Providing customers field training pertaining to construction procedures and code interpretations.
- Providing administrative backup for office staff. This can include but is not limited to answering phones scheduling inspections clarifying written notices explaining policies and procedures and giving general information when needed.
- This role is expected to testify in court when a situation requires.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge skills and abilities that lead to success in this role include:
- Understanding or Willingness to Learn Applicable Building Safety Codes
- Basic Computer Skills Related to Data Entry
- Positive Attitude
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Team Player
- Willingness to Learn New Procedures
- Collaborative Spirit
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3 years of work-related experience.
- High School Diploma GED or equivalent certificate required.
- Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Five to Six years of Building experience
- Residential Inspection experience
- Experience with the AMANDA database or something similar
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:
- Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history background check motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.
- Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
- In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit: Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or
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Category:
Maintenance & TradesEmployment Type
Full-Time
