Become An Electrical Inspector

* Visually inspects electronic circuit boards, cables and assemblies.
* Performs in-process and final inspection of major components, subsystems and systems.
* Verifies that test records are correct.
* Executes in-house surveillance inspection and follow up.
* Interfaces with and assists customers’ inspectors during their source inspection of company activities.
* May interface with manufacturing, quality engineering and procurement for corrective actions and inspection criteria.
* Other duties as assigned or required.
* Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
* Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

* Continuous inspection and monitoring of processes at each work station of electrical systems and equipment.
* Examine parts and assemblies.
* Examine completeness of assembly, quality, and conformance per Quality Coating Manual.
* Look for frayed and loose connections.
* Report findings to manager.
* Assist in determining corrective actions.
* Compile inspection reports.
* Write up recommendations for improvement.
* What You Need for this Position

* Coordinating/documenting multiple contractors’ and subcontractors’ efforts regarding installation and commissioning of the power, controls, lighting, and other elements of transit station construction.
* Assisting the Senior Electrical Engineer with team review of field conditions for responses to RFIs
* Performing shop drawing review (as needed)
* Assisting with running and documenting working meetings
* Submitting a daily inspector’s report
* Estimating for field changes (as needed)
* Assisting the team in developing solutions.
* Talent is the essence of meeting our client’s objectives, goals and challenges.
* If this sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to have that first discussion of you joining our team

* The Electrical Inspector performs inspection and plan review of commercial, multi-family, and single-family residences in the
* process of construction, alteration or repair for compliance with code requirements and other regulations.
* The position enforces the electrical code, and related construction and development codes, and requires frequent consultations with the public.
* On-call, temporary positions, January
* December 31, 2018
* CLOSES: Open until filled – applications reviewed as received.
* WORK HOURS: All positions work on an on-call basis as needed, and may have varying hours depending on the position.
* SALARY: $35
* per hour (Depending on experience)
* Questions regarding the position or recruitment please contact Don Cole, Building Official at don.cole@mercergov.org or 206
* Essential Job Functions
* Review of commercial and residential projects for compliance with electrical codes, city ordinances and state laws.
* This requires checking plans for compliance with adopted codes and standards (such as requirements and restrictions relative to fire and life-safety, and land use).
* Inspect all work authorized by permit to commercial, multi-family and single-family residences to assure conformity to approved
* plans and applicable ordinances, codes, laws and procedures.
* Receive complaints/inquiries from customers relative to construction conditions, correction notices, or activities in the community.
* Maintain accurate and complete records.
* Use permit-tracking software to track field work.
* Ability to work well with others, stay on task, and take direction from Team Leads and Supervisors.
* Must have regular and predictable work attendance to fulfill the essential functions of the job.
* Ability to drive a city vehicle; have a good driving record and current and valid Washington state driver’s license.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Qualification Requirements
* Electrical Inspectors shall have not less than:
* Four years experience as an apprentice and four years experience as a journeyman electrician in the electrical construction
* trade installing and maintaining electrical wiring and equipment; or
* Two years electrical training in a college of electrical engineering of recognized standing and four years continuous practical
* electrical experience in installation work; or
* Four years of electrical training in a college of electrical engineering of recognized standing and two years continuous practical
* electrical experience in electrical installation work; or
* Four years experience as a journeyman electrician performing the duties of an electrical inspector employed by the department
* of a city or town.
* Certification in electrical, building, plumbing and mechanical codes is desirable.
* ICC certification as an electrical inspector is required within 12 months of date of hire.
* Ability to practice safety by wearing appropriate protective clothing, using safety equipment, and follow good housekeeping and safety procedures.
* Ability to drive a City vehicle, possess a current and valid Washington Sate driver's license and good driving record.
* Evidence of a good driving record is a condition of employment and a complete driving abstract will be required.
* Completion of a Nationwide and Washington State criminal history background check is required in order to determine any past conviction history of crimes against persons, sexual assault or exploitation, and sexual or physical abuse and must be able to pass a thorough background check as required by the Child/Adult Abuse Information Act.
* Completion of an I
* Form, documenting eligibility to work in the United States.
* Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
* Must have a working knowledge of construction practices, codes, and standards.
* Requires a basic understanding of zoning, municipal and administrative codes, and the public-information process.
* Must have excellent communication skills to deal effectively with homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, and other
* development professionals.
* Must have an ability to hear and speak clearly both in person and on the telephone.
* Tools and Equipment Used
* Various types of materials and equipment are used: electrical testing equipment, basic hand tools, paper records, building documents,
* plans and specifications, site, building and area maps, local, county, state and federal codes and ordinances, shoreline regulations,
* legal notices, land use planning documents, construction and design requirements, development standards, historical files, computers,
* blue line copy machine and telecommunications systems.
* Future work practices may necessitate the use of different tools and
* equipment.
* Working Conditions and Physical Abilities
* Inspectors risk physical hazards from working in and around traffic, heavy machinery, heights and other potential hazards at construction sites.
* Exposure to noise, vibration, hazardous and toxic materials, fumes, gases, odors and dust, as well as poor ventilation, slippery work surfaces and the hazards related to water and/or electricity during inspections.
* Some work is performed indoors with prolonged sitting and fine manipulation skills required for computer use.
* Work requires physical strength and agility necessary to perform inspections under all kinds of weather conditions.
* Work activities include combinations of sitting, standing and walking, with occasional lifting of 10
* lbs.
* Inspectors must be able to see, hear and smell in order to detect problems and be responsive to their own safety, as well as that of fellow employees.
* The environment is
* sometimes stressful in trying to meet customer needs and/or issuing correction and stop-work notices for non-compliance
* Inspectors must follow appropriate safety procedures and use of protective clothing and equipment including safety boots, safety vests, hard hats, eye/ear protection, rain gear, gloves.
* Attachments
* Location City Hall9611 SE 36th StreetMercer Island, WA

The Level III I&E Inspector will not have supervisory responsibility