Electrical Inspector
Electrical Inspector
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14-07-2025
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Job Description
Electrical Inspector
Houston TX
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough and timely inspections of new and existing electrical installations in residential commercial industrial and public buildings for compliance with the California Electrical Code (CEC) National Electrical Code (NEC) local ordinances and approved construction documents.
- Verify proper wiring methods grounding bonding service entrances circuit breakers panels fixtures appliances and low-voltage systems.
- Interpret and explain complex code requirements regulations and city policies to contractors engineers architects property owners and the general public.
- Identify code violations construction defects and unsafe conditions; issue clear concise and legally defensible notices of non-compliance or stop-work orders.
- Review construction plans specifications and permit applications for electrical systems to ensure compliance prior to and during construction.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections permits plan reviews and communications using digital permitting software and other office systems.
- Perform re-inspections to verify corrective actions have been properly implemented.
- Collaborate effectively with other city departments (e.g. Planning Fire Public Works) as well as utility companies and external agencies.
- Investigate complaints related to electrical installations and potential code violations.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to the public regarding electrical code requirements and best practices.
- Stay current with changes to electrical codes technologies and industry standards through ongoing training and professional development.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. An Associates Degree in Electrical Technology Construction Management or a related field is highly desirable.
- Experience:
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as a Journeyman Electrician demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems and installations.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Electrical Inspector with a public agency or recognized inspection authority or equivalent experience in electrical plan review.
- Licenses & Certifications:
- Possession of a current valid California Journeyman Electrician Certificate or an equivalent recognized electrical certification.
- Possession of a current valid International Code Council (ICC) Certified Electrical Inspector (Residential and/or Commercial) certification.
- Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License at the time of appointment.
- Knowledge of:
- Thorough knowledge of the current California Electrical Code (CEC) and National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Principles and practices of electrical theory construction methods materials and safety standards.
- Building codes ordinances and regulations applicable to electrical installations.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions related to structural and electrical inspection work.
- Permitting processes and electronic plan review systems.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to read interpret and analyze complex blueprints schematics specifications and code provisions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex electrical issues.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written to effectively interact with a diverse range of individuals including difficult or emotional customers.
- Proficiency in using computers and standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and specialized permitting/inspection software.
- Ability to work independently in the field and manage a demanding inspection workload efficiently.
- High degree of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
Employment Type
Full-time
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