Electrical Inspector - Whitney

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City:
Whitney State:
Texas

The Electrical Inspector – Data Centers conducts detailed inspections of electrical infrastructure within mission critical facilities across Texas. The role verifies compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), IEEE standards, local and state regulations, and client specific design criteria. Responsibilities include reviewing design documents, performing on site inspections of power distribution, UPS/backup systems, grounding, fire suppression integration, and providing technical guidance to contractors, owners, and internal teams.

The position also supports project management activities and business development initiatives for the Data Center portfolio. Travel to multiple sites throughout Texas (e.g., Dallas Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio) is required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Inspect electrical systems in data‑center facilities, including:
• Power distribution panels, switch gear, and transformers
• UPS, battery rooms, and generator sets
• Grounding and bonding systems
• Cabling pathways, conduit, and raceways
• Fire‑alarm and suppression interfacing (e.g., FM‑200, CO₂)
• Energy‑efficiency measures (e.g., PUE monitoring)

• Research, read, and apply the NEC, IEEE 3000, NFPA
  70, local building/electrical codes, and client‑specific design criteria. Explain requirements clearly to contractors, owners, and internal stakeholders.

• Evaluate construction drawings, single‑line diagrams, and specifications for code compliance and constructability before field work begins.

• Produce detailed inspection reports, non‑compliance notices, and corrective‑action recommendations. Capture photographic evidence with digital cameras and embed images in reports.

• Provide professional technical assistance to data‑center owners, facility managers, electrical contractors, and permitting authorities. Maintain effective, courteous relationships.

• Participate in project‑level planning, schedule coordination, and budget tracking for inspection‑related activities. Ensure timely completion of inspection milestones.

• Assist the inspection management team with outreach, proposal preparation, and permit‑processing assistance for new data‑center projects.

• Perform routine office duties such as data entry, filing of inspection records, and updating of compliance databases.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor to meet departmental…