Electrical Inspector - Birmingham

Electrical Inspector - City of Birmingham

LOCATION: Birmingham

JOB SUMMARY: The City of Birmingham is seeking to hire an Electrical Inspector to conduct inspections on electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial structures and facilities. Inspectors examine equipment, wiring, and appropriate installation regarding existing structures, as well as new construction, ensuring compliance with related codes and ordinances and adherence to existing building code standards. They plan their own daily inspection schedules based on priorities, geographical location, and availability of citizens or ongoing construction.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The City of Birmingham provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is $52,249 – $81,057.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Driver's license.
• Experience inspecting the work of other electricians.
• Experience using and interpreting the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Option A:
  Alabama Electrical Contractor License OR Alabama Provisional Electrical License authorized to work within Jefferson County.
• Option B:
  City of Birmingham Master Electrician Certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• International Code Council (ICC) Electrical Inspector Certification.
• Membership in the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).
• Ten (10) years of experience with electrical installation and supervising/overseeing projects.
• Experience in residential, industrial, commercial and medical electrical installations.
• Experience as an Electrical Inspector within a government entity.
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Certification.
• Plans Examiner Certification.

TYPICAL

JOB DUTIES:

• Enforces codes and ordinances by identifying potential violations, contacting appropriate parties, and issuing notices to ensure property and citizen compliance.
• Researches and reviews codes, ordinances, notices, and permitting by reading code books and amendments, and researching new materials to ensure current knowledge and accurate information.
• Conducts electrical inspections by comparing electrical constructions and installations to plan requirements to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Conducts general inspection activities for contractors by checking for valid permits, ensuring plans comply to relevant codes, and issuing Certificates of Occupancy in accordance with professional inspection procedures so construction projects are compliant with codes.
• Conducts inspections related to life safety, handicap accessibility, and natural disasters by following professional inspection protocols and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Reviews plans by comparing details of construction plans to applicable codes and ordinances to ensure compliance.
• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines to upgrade procedures and improve work performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Involves visually inspecting fine details to identify similarities and differences in colors and physical appearance associated with job‑related objects or materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is conducted both indoors in an office setting and during regular field visits to external places of business, residence, or construction worksites. Work involves the use of standard office equipment such as computer, phone, and handheld devices as well as electrical testing tools and hand tools (e.g., tape measure). May be exposed to weather conditions and other potentially hazardous conditions including high‑voltage electric currents, partially built structures, and uneven terrain.

EEO STATEMENT: The Person nel Board of Jefferson County provides equal…