Assistant Electrical Inspector - SR

Assistant Electrical Inspector, SR-16

Inspects and tests electrical installations and equipment in buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with plans and specifications, electrical codes and other pertinent ordinances and accepted safety standards; and performs other related duties as required. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.

Examples of duties include reviewing applications for electrical permits, checking and verifying information recorded on application with related building permits on file, and verifying permit fees according to established rates schedule. Reviews less complex electrical plans to determine whether proposed wiring and equipment meet code requirements. Notes appropriate permit fees according to established rates. Inspects electrical installations and equipment in existing and new residential and small commercial and industrial buildings for compliance with the provisions of the County electrical codes and ordinances, and with the National Electrical Codes.

Checks type, size, and number of wires, boxes, outlets, and conduits being installed. Checks load on feeder lines by conducting necessary tests. Checks wiring of appliances and equipment. Issues correction notices, stop work orders, notices of violations, orders, and follows up to see that violations are corrected. Makes recommendations to electrical contractors or owners concerning the correct methods of installing electrical wiring or equipment.

Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases. Inspects installation of solar water heater and photovoltaic systems for compliance with County Codes, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans, and specifications. Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications. As necessary, consults with supervisors in cases of doubt over interpretation of codes or ordinances, or in cases of disagreement with electrical contractors.

May assists higher level inspectors by inspecting phases of large and complex multi-storied buildings. Keeps work records and prepares reports of inspections made. Check for compliance to contracting and trade licensing laws. Assists with investigation of premises where fires occurred to determine whether fires were due to electrical causes.

Training and

Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from high school, and
• four (4) years of experience in the supervision and/or installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment, wiring, and apparatus as a journey level electrician, and
• possession of a State of Hawai'i Journey-level or Supervising Electrician's License at time of filing (scan and attach a copy of your license to your application), and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class
  3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).

Examination:
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note:

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of:
The electrical codes of the County of Hawai`i and National Electrical Codes; the National Electrical Codes; building and safety codes and other pertinent ordinances pertaining to electrical installations; the standard practices, methods, processes, materials, and tools of the electrical trade and their application to electrical wiring and equipment installations on residential, commercial, and industrial premises; the basic principles of electrical installations as they apply to electrical appliances and wiring installations;

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