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Senior Building Inspector-Electrical

City of Tigard, Tigard, OR, United States


Responsibilities

Perform plan review and inspection for all types of electrical installations for compliance with State and local codes and standards and serve as leadworker providing technical assistance and leadership to the Electrical Inspection Program.

Perform plan review and inspection for all types of electrical installations for compliance with state and local codes and standards.

Provide technical and functional supervision of the Electrical Inspection Program; train inspectors; assign and coordinate inspections.

Resolve complex technical issues by recommending or approving alternate methods of construction; respond to inquiries from other inspection personnel regarding code interpretation and application.

Respond to inquiries from customers regarding issues related to inspections performed by other inspection personnel; and assume other lead responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of applicable State and City codes and standards; knowledge of construction practices, building plan review; permitting and inspection processes; and computer software applicable to the field.

Skills in performing complex plan reviews and inspections; reading and interpreting complex codes and standards; scheduling, assigning, training and directing the work of others; prioritizing work and establishing a work plan; utilizing a computer in the course of work and analyzing data and preparing reports.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college-level coursework or technical training in construction technology, building inspection, or a related field.

Four (4) years of responsible experience inspecting residential, commercial, or industrial buildings.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

State of Oregon Residential Electrical Inspector Certification and Electrical Specialty Code Inspector Certification.

Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC).

Desired Attributes

Plumbing, mechanical, structural inspector certifications are desirable.

Union Representation SEIU

Schedule Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (General Hours)

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