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Posted : Wednesday, July 24, 2024 12:18 PM
Position Description
The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) is seeking qualified candidates for the Journey Level Electrical Inspector position.
The Electrical Inspection group is a professional and hard-working team that inspects a wide range of electrical construction on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
This position is currently funded through December 2025 with the possibility of extension.
Job Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include: • Perform field inspections for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations to assure compliance with City of Seattle, State, and National codes & regulations.
• Operating electrical testing equipment to conduct functional tests of equipment systems.
• Writing reports on all inspections using strong computer skills • Performing plan reviews as needed • Providing expert advice to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners regarding permits & plan specifications.
You will be prepared to take on this role if you have demonstrated, and have the skills necessary to: • Meet with owners, contractors, and design professionals to advise, suggest alternatives, and interpret the electrical code.
• Complete and pass an electrical code knowledge test.
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service.
• Complete technical reports on a laptop computer and maintain job and time records, including database management.
• Function productively in a fast-paced environment and participate as a team member coordinating daily activities or assignments.
• Understand and commit to actively supporting the City and Department goals in promoting racial equity and social justice.
Qualifications 5 years' experience as a EL01 Electrician.
Certification as an Electrical Inspector may reduce the required experience should management determine that the certified individual is fully prepared to assume journey level inspection responsibilities with less than the usual five years experience.
(Other combinations of equivalent education, training and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
) License, Certification and Other Requirements: • Certification as a Journey Electrician in the State of Washington • Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility Successful candidates will possess the following skills, abilities and experience: • Professional demeanor in controversial and difficult situations.
• Skilled at conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Substantial experience managing or supervising large projects.
• Ability to explain technical, complex information.
• Ability to prioritize and manage several tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience using computer software; word processing, database software, and labor collection software.
• Experience in code enforcement or related programs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well with the public and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated reliability.
Additional Information The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections is a proud participant in the Race and Social Justice Initiative, a citywide effort to realize the vision of racial equity.
We require a strong commitment to customer service and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences; people of color, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including a pre-employment physical, a driving abstract, and a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.
17.
Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.
seattle.
gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans The full salary range for this position is $45.
81 - $53.
30 per hour.
A working test will be scheduled as a part of the screening and selection process.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
The Electrical Inspection group is a professional and hard-working team that inspects a wide range of electrical construction on residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
This position is currently funded through December 2025 with the possibility of extension.
Job Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include: • Perform field inspections for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations to assure compliance with City of Seattle, State, and National codes & regulations.
• Operating electrical testing equipment to conduct functional tests of equipment systems.
• Writing reports on all inspections using strong computer skills • Performing plan reviews as needed • Providing expert advice to architects, engineers, contractors, and property owners regarding permits & plan specifications.
You will be prepared to take on this role if you have demonstrated, and have the skills necessary to: • Meet with owners, contractors, and design professionals to advise, suggest alternatives, and interpret the electrical code.
• Complete and pass an electrical code knowledge test.
• Ability and desire to provide excellent customer service.
• Complete technical reports on a laptop computer and maintain job and time records, including database management.
• Function productively in a fast-paced environment and participate as a team member coordinating daily activities or assignments.
• Understand and commit to actively supporting the City and Department goals in promoting racial equity and social justice.
Qualifications 5 years' experience as a EL01 Electrician.
Certification as an Electrical Inspector may reduce the required experience should management determine that the certified individual is fully prepared to assume journey level inspection responsibilities with less than the usual five years experience.
(Other combinations of equivalent education, training and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
) License, Certification and Other Requirements: • Certification as a Journey Electrician in the State of Washington • Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility Successful candidates will possess the following skills, abilities and experience: • Professional demeanor in controversial and difficult situations.
• Skilled at conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Substantial experience managing or supervising large projects.
• Ability to explain technical, complex information.
• Ability to prioritize and manage several tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Experience using computer software; word processing, database software, and labor collection software.
• Experience in code enforcement or related programs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well with the public and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated reliability.
Additional Information The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections is a proud participant in the Race and Social Justice Initiative, a citywide effort to realize the vision of racial equity.
We require a strong commitment to customer service and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences; people of color, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including a pre-employment physical, a driving abstract, and a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.
17.
Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.
seattle.
gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans The full salary range for this position is $45.
81 - $53.
30 per hour.
A working test will be scheduled as a part of the screening and selection process.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
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• Location : 700 5th Avenue, Seattle, WA
• Post ID: 9006150916
