Building Inspector I Electrical - Hourly Pay $21.28

Days: Monday - Friday 

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Definition:  Under general to limited supervision, inspects electrical portions of building construction/modification projects, enforces a variety of City codes and ordinances, project management.

Essential Functions:    (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in the classification.)

Tasks: 

• Makes thorough on-site inspections of electrical construction projects at various stages to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building and zoning codes      and ordinances.
• Issue electrical construction permits in the areas the city is authorized to permit and inspect.
• Identifies code violations and informs contractor of corrections needed.
• Responds to complaints regarding possible violations of various City ordinances.
• Determines if violations exist and takes appropriate actions to ensure the situation is corrected to the best of his/her ability.
• Conducts a variety of field tests necessary to ensure compliance with applicable building codes.
• Conducts building inspections under the auspices of City building inspector.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Other Characteristics:

• Thorough knowledge of National and International Electrical Codes and/or related construction codes.
• Some knowledge of plumbing and mechanical systems desired.
• Knowledge of various ordinances of the City of Artesia.
• Ability to interpret and communicate zoning laws, building codes and other related codes.
• Ability in reading blueprints.
• Knowledge of enforcement procedures for City ordinance violations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, other staff and the public.
• Ability to operate a computer using standard word processing, spreadsheet and permitting software.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to move objects weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Skill in inspecting construction projects to identify violations of local, state and federal codes and ordinances.
• Ability to climb in attics, on roofs and ladders.
• Ability to climb in and out of ditches.

Qualifications:

• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license at time of hire.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience equivalent to three (3) years of Journey level electrical trades or Foreman level work. Technical, university or college training in a general construction field may substitute for electrical contracting experience at a rate of one (1) year of education for one-half (1/2) year experience for a maximum of two (2) years.
• Electrician, electrical journeyman, or electrical contractor license issued by the New Mexico Regulations and Licensing Department   
• Must obtain certification as an electrical inspector from the State of New Mexico and the I.C. B O. per State of NM requirements, within one year of hire.
• Current state certified municipal, county or state electrical inspector desired.
• Additional certification in Plumbing, Mechanical and General Construction desired.

Physical Functions 

• Ability to climb in/on areas necessary for inspections.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling.

Working Conditions: 

• Indoor and outdoor
• High wind
• Extreme temperatures.

Equipment, Tools, and Materials:

• Ladders
• Hand tools
• Flashlight
• Surveying equipment
• City vehicle
• General office equipment, including computer and calculator.