Assistant Electrical Inspector - SR-16
USDN Inc., Hilo, HI, United States
Assistant Electrical Inspector, SR-16
Inspects and tests electrical installations and equipment in buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with plans and specifications, electrical codes and other pertinent ordinances and accepted safety standards; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.
Examples of duties include reviewing applications for electrical permits, checking and verifying information recorded on application with related building permits on file, and verifying permit fees according to established rates schedule. Reviews less complex electrical plans to determine whether proposed wiring and equipment meet code requirements. Notes appropriate permit fees according to established rates. Inspects electrical installations and equipment in existing and new residential and small commercial and industrial buildings for compliance with the provisions of the County electrical codes and ordinances, and with the National Electrical Codes. Checks type, size, and number of wires, boxes, outlets, and conduits being installed. Checks load on feeder lines by conducting necessary tests. Checks wiring of appliances and equipment. Issues correction notices, stop work orders, notices of violations, orders, and follows up to see that violations are corrected. Makes recommendations to electrical contractors or owners concerning the correct methods of installing electrical wiring or equipment. Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases. Inspects installation of solar water heater and photovoltaic systems for compliance with County Codes, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans, and specifications. Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications. As necessary, consults with supervisors in cases of doubt over interpretation of codes or ordinances, or in cases of disagreement with electrical contractors. May assist higher level inspectors by inspecting phases of large and complex multi-storied buildings. Keeps work records and prepares reports of inspections made. Check for compliance to contracting and trade licensing laws. Assists with investigation of premises where fires occurred to determine whether fires were due to electrical causes.
Minimum qualification requirements include graduation from high school, four (4) years of experience in the supervision and/or installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment, wiring, and apparatus as a journeylevel electrician, possession of a State of Hawai'i Journey-level or Supervising Electrician's License at time of filing, and possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Knowledge of the electrical codes of the County of Hawai`i and National Electrical Codes; building and safety codes and other pertinent ordinances pertaining to electrical installations; the standard practices, methods, processes, materials, and tools of the electrical trade and their application to electrical wiring and equipment installations on residential, commercial, and industrial premises; the basic principles of electrical installations as they apply to electrical appliances and wiring installations; operation and maintenance of standard office machines, computers, tablets, cell phones, and other mobile devices; and Electrical Contracting and Electricians trade licensing laws. Ability to inspect electrical installations and equipment and render decisions in conformity with ordinances and codes; recognize hazardous situations and determine means of correction; read and interpret plans and specifications, electrical codes and pertinent ordinances and apply them to the general public; maintain records and prepare reports; compute and determine capacity for any required service entrance equipment and number of circuits based on given load; operate and maintain standard office machines and equipment, including electronic computer equipment, peripherals and mobile devices; operate and maintain County issued vehicles and equipment; offer assistance to clerical staff in answering phones and assisting the public at the counter; and deal tactfully with electrical contractors, workmen, owners, and the general public.
Physical requirements include meeting the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Benefits of County employment include a competitive compensation package, flexible working arrangements, vacation, sick leave, holidays, training and development opportunities, County Tuition Reimbursement Program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Plan, Health Benefit Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Group Life Insurance, Credit Union Membership, and other leaves.
Inspects and tests electrical installations and equipment in buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with plans and specifications, electrical codes and other pertinent ordinances and accepted safety standards; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.
Examples of duties include reviewing applications for electrical permits, checking and verifying information recorded on application with related building permits on file, and verifying permit fees according to established rates schedule. Reviews less complex electrical plans to determine whether proposed wiring and equipment meet code requirements. Notes appropriate permit fees according to established rates. Inspects electrical installations and equipment in existing and new residential and small commercial and industrial buildings for compliance with the provisions of the County electrical codes and ordinances, and with the National Electrical Codes. Checks type, size, and number of wires, boxes, outlets, and conduits being installed. Checks load on feeder lines by conducting necessary tests. Checks wiring of appliances and equipment. Issues correction notices, stop work orders, notices of violations, orders, and follows up to see that violations are corrected. Makes recommendations to electrical contractors or owners concerning the correct methods of installing electrical wiring or equipment. Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases. Inspects installation of solar water heater and photovoltaic systems for compliance with County Codes, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans, and specifications. Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications. As necessary, consults with supervisors in cases of doubt over interpretation of codes or ordinances, or in cases of disagreement with electrical contractors. May assist higher level inspectors by inspecting phases of large and complex multi-storied buildings. Keeps work records and prepares reports of inspections made. Check for compliance to contracting and trade licensing laws. Assists with investigation of premises where fires occurred to determine whether fires were due to electrical causes.
Minimum qualification requirements include graduation from high school, four (4) years of experience in the supervision and/or installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment, wiring, and apparatus as a journeylevel electrician, possession of a State of Hawai'i Journey-level or Supervising Electrician's License at time of filing, and possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Knowledge of the electrical codes of the County of Hawai`i and National Electrical Codes; building and safety codes and other pertinent ordinances pertaining to electrical installations; the standard practices, methods, processes, materials, and tools of the electrical trade and their application to electrical wiring and equipment installations on residential, commercial, and industrial premises; the basic principles of electrical installations as they apply to electrical appliances and wiring installations; operation and maintenance of standard office machines, computers, tablets, cell phones, and other mobile devices; and Electrical Contracting and Electricians trade licensing laws. Ability to inspect electrical installations and equipment and render decisions in conformity with ordinances and codes; recognize hazardous situations and determine means of correction; read and interpret plans and specifications, electrical codes and pertinent ordinances and apply them to the general public; maintain records and prepare reports; compute and determine capacity for any required service entrance equipment and number of circuits based on given load; operate and maintain standard office machines and equipment, including electronic computer equipment, peripherals and mobile devices; operate and maintain County issued vehicles and equipment; offer assistance to clerical staff in answering phones and assisting the public at the counter; and deal tactfully with electrical contractors, workmen, owners, and the general public.
Physical requirements include meeting the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Benefits of County employment include a competitive compensation package, flexible working arrangements, vacation, sick leave, holidays, training and development opportunities, County Tuition Reimbursement Program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Plan, Health Benefit Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Group Life Insurance, Credit Union Membership, and other leaves.