Electrical Safety Inspector Trainee

Individual is responsible for the consistent enforcement and administration of the codes, standards, and county regulations pertinent to construction.

Individual reports to the Lead Electrical Safety Inspector.

• High School diploma or GED and six (6) years of experience in a relevant skilled trade or a journeyperson certificate in an electrical construction trade.
• The Electrical Safety Inspector Trainee will be required to complete the Board of Building Standards Academy, pass required examinations, and obtain State of Ohio Residential Limited/Commercial Certification with Level 3 Electrical Safety Inspector specialization, prior to the end of the (3) three-year training program.
• Trainees who have successfully completed the trainee program and obtain their State of Ohio Residential Limited/Commercial Certification with a Level 3 Electrical Safety Inspector specialization from the Board of Building Standards will be advanced to Electrical Safety Inspector.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must meet and maintain qualifications for driving on county business as a continued condition of employment.
• All required licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

• Inspects buildings for electrical code compliance;
• Addresses questions relating to compliance with building codes of county, both over the phone and in person;
• Completes data entry of inspection results, when necessary;
• Completes all assignments and training assigned for the Board of Building Standards Academy and additional training assigned by Delaware County;
• Researches code related questions and provides interpretation of National Electrical Code;
• Plans out daily inspections in an efficient manner;
• Supports Building Safety programs and other programs by working with local agencies, attending meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions, and performing a variety of public relations duties;
• Devises correspondence, completing forms and developing reports associated with the Building Safety operation;
• Handles client complaints and public inquiries regarding programs;
• Operates a motor vehicle to perform job duties;
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance;
• Holds as confidential, all aspects of the job;
• Perform typing, word processing, and related computer operations;
• Works overtime and outside of typical work schedule/business hours as required; and,
• Performs other duties as required.

Performs related non-essential functions required.

Equipment: Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as computer, copier, telephone, calculator, VCR/DVD, I-Pad/tablet, FAX machine, small hand tools, probe, tape measure, and other equipment necessary to perform duties. Individual uses personal protective equipment as necessary. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle is required.

Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Knowledge of electrical codes;
• Ability to read and understand blueprints;
• Knowledge of general construction terminology and general materials and methods;
• Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions using judgment and analytical skills;
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply program policies and procedures to assist staff in the performance of their responsibilities;
• Efficiently operate computer programs such as, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and agency specific programs;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to work effectively with clients who may be upset, distraught, irate, emotionally or mentally or otherwise unable to function within reasonable range of constructive behaviors;
• Ability to work independently, under pressures, and to set and achieve goals;
• Ability to organize and maintain large volumes of information and paperwork;
• Ability to effectively program, plan independently and in collaboration with other staff units and outside agencies;
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions using judgment, and analytical…