L&I Electrical Construction Inspector ; In-Training

Responsibilities

• Check individuals and companies performing electrical installations for compliance with licensing, certification, and permitting requirements. Issue citations for non-compliance.
• Conduct field investigations and compile investigation reports.
• Issue approval notices for electrical installations and write correction notices when there are code violations.
• Issue electrical fee due notices when required by appropriate WAC rules.
• Answer questions about the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Washington State wiring rules and regulations.
• Maintain good relations with contractors, architects, engineers, electric utilities and private parties engaged in the use and installation of electrical equipment.
• When required, prepare testimony and testify on behalf of the Department before an Administrative Law Judge, the Electrical Board, and other courts regarding investigations and findings, and to defend and support citations issued.
• Ensure compliance with electrical laws and rules.
• Develop and deliver technical and policy training to assigned inspectors as determined by the Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

These positions are considered in-training for 24 months. During that period you will learn and apply L&I rules, policies, state laws, and best practices in relation to electrical inspections. At the end of the in-training period you will be qualified to serve as a full-fledged L&I Electrical Inspector 2 and will be able to inspect electrical installations in various stages of construction, enforce compliance with electrical licensing laws, state rules and the National Electrical Code, and issue citations or correction notices for safety violations.

• Valid Washington General Journey Level Electrician (EL01) license and/or certificate issued by the Department of Labor and Industries and at least four years’ experience as a journey level electrician in the electrical construction trade installing and maintaining electrical wiring and equipment.
• Four years (of the last eight years) experience as an EL01 engaged in the electrical construction industry working on new installations installing NEC compliant wiring methods.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license. Must be able to travel to inspection sites. For positions requiring travel, valid driver’s license and insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• Passing score on the Electrical Program Pre-Assessment.

• Valid Washington State general administrator certificate (AD01) or a valid master general electrician (ME01) certificate.
• Demonstrated experience in a cross-section of electrical work in the electrical construction industry.
• Thorough working knowledge of RCW 19.28, WAC 296-46B, and the National Electrical Code and ability to apply them on the job.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans.
• Basic computer skills, including use of multiple computer programs and Microsoft products.
• Ability to enforce governmental laws, rules, and regulations and initiate enforcement actions fairly and objectively.
• Strong communication and persuasive skills for encouraging compliance.
• Ability to conduct investigations, collect, organize and document data, and use independent judgment to determine compliance.
• Ability to test and use basic electrical testing equipment.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process may call . WTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service. This agency welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. Veterans are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.