Chief Electrical Inspector

Position: Chief Electrical Inspector 39
The economic, development & planning department is seeking a chief electrical inspector. This position will oversee a team of electrical inspectors, assuring the practices of installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems on residential, commercial, and industrial property standards are met. This is a great opportunity for those seeking to use their supervision skills and knowledge of michigan residential, national electrical codes and related code standards within the city of lansing.

The city of lansing offers a competitive wage and benefit package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, and sick leave.

Special requirements & training:

A valid state of michigan electrical inspector & plan reviewer license is required and must be retained for the entire course of employment in this position. Failure to retain registration will result in appropriate action consistent with the teamsters collective bargaining agreement.

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

* high school diploma or ged

* seven (7) years or more of experience with electrical systems of which three (3) years must have involved conducting electrical inspections.

* must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

* international code council certification as an electrical inspector preferred.

Essential position functions inlcude but are not limited to:

* supervises and evaluates work of subordinate electrical inspectors and provides them with needed work direction and training.

* enforces and interprets the electrical code and all other applicable rules and regulations which affect electrical systems being installed or repaired in the city of lansing.

* ensures unsafe electrical systems are either condemned or shut-off in cases where public safety is a factor.

* provides assistance as required in inspecting rental properties..

* performs a wide range of administrative duties including maintaining inspection records and writing reports as required.

* reviews construction plans and other documentation when requested by other city staff members.

* may be on call to help the fire department investigate causes of fires.

* writes violation letters to contractor and homeowners and performs proper follow-ups as required.

* works with the city attorney's office regarding the necessary prosecution of legal cases.

* investigate complaints from consumers regarding electrical installations by contractors.

Full job description available upon request

The city of lansing is an equal opportunity employer and a certified veteran friendly employer.

The city of lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the department of human resources at . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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Hand delivered applications and documentation will not be accepted.

Attach resume and cover letter, verification of relevant training and trade licensing to application.