Construction Electrical Inspector I- Department of Housing & Community Development

Salary Range: $57,396.00 - $69,757.00 Annually 

Our Benefits:                                      

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits.

Get to Know Us: 

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Job Summary:  

A Construction Electrical Inspector I conducts on-site inspections of electrical installations in new construction or renovation projects for contract and specification compliance. Work involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents in this class receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week, but may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday hours on a 24-hour on-call basis. Work is performed at construction sites where incumbents may encounter dust, mud, noise, heights and inclement weather conditions. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                             

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Have a high school diploma or a GED certification from an accredited institution.

AND 

Experience: Have three (3) years' experience in electrical installation, maintenance or inspection work.

OR 

Equivalency (Notes): Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates:

Have a valid Maryland Class C Non-commercial driver’s license, or an equivalent out-of-state driver’s license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. 

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING. 

APPLICANTS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION MUST:

• Hold a state license or local license as a master electrician; or

• Have previously held, within the last five years, a state license or local license as a master electrician that was not suspended or revoked; or

• Be certified by:

  • The International Code Council as a Combination Inspector or as an Electrical Inspector for Residential or Commercial Buildings; or

  • The North American Board of Certified Practitioners; or

  • A certifying entity that is comparable to those listed above.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of construction and electrical installation methods, materials and techniques.

• Knowledge of national and other codes and standards.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures including OSHA rules and regulations.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

• Mathematical ability.

• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with others.

• Ability to maintain records and write reports.

Background Check:                           

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointments to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation: 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month/1-y