NB-FT-Building Inspector- Electrical

SALARY: up to $50000-$52000 annually

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the inspection of electrical wiring on residential commercial and manufacturing construction and rewiring of existing structures to ensure compliance.

As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence Accountability Innovation Inclusion and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride Champion Operational Excellence Make Sound Decisions Embrace Coaching and Accountability Communicate with Excellence Value Diverse People and Perspectives Embrace Personal Development Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health Wellness & Safety

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects all wiring in residential commercial and manufacturing construction for compliance to State codes.

Inspects all rewiring in residential commercial and manufacturing existing structures.

Inspect existing structures regarding current conditions for condemnations.

Read blueprints to assure compliance of architectural drawings.

Make decisions concerning problems not covered in the code books so as to conform to the intent of the codes.

Applies codes regulations and electrical practices or techniques which may be of a complex nature.

Explain the codes and reasons for the codes to the public.

Releases electrical connection to utility companies.

Maintains mileage and inspection logs.

On call early mornings evenings and weekends for special projects e.g. Rebuilding Together Habitat for Humanities; and for emergencies e.g. natural disasters.

Assists other inspectors when needed.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent education.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of City or County government a plus.

Minimum of five years of experience in a related field.

CERTIFICATES LICENSE REGISTRATION:

Must hold a valid Indiana Drivers License.

Valid Contractors or a Certified Journeyman license preferred.

EQUIPMENT:

Desktop Computer Laptop Computer; Telephone Automobile Copy Machine

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

accommodations 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 sit and

walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to

fingers handle or feel objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The

employee is occasionally required to climb balance stoop kneel crouch and crawl. The

employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities

required in this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision

depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in office settings with moderate inside temperatures and outside in all

types of weather. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in

the office and loud in the field. The entire office is smoke free.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED:

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer