Description

Under supervision of the Building Official, the Electrical Inspector performs routine to complex duties in inspection and plan review of building construction, remodeling and repair, as well as the installation of electrical and mechanical devices and systems to assure compliance to appropriate State Building Codes, Oregon Revised Statutes, Oregon Administrative Rules, and County ordinances. 

Under supervision of the Building Official, the Electrical Inspector is responsible for conducting inspections during all phases of construction, alteration, and repair for commercial and residential development.  This position shall enforce compliance with applicable Federal, State and local building, fire, mechanical, energy, plumbing, electrical and accessibility codes, regulations and ordinances. They shall ensure the provisions of safe structures for building occupancy; and perform a variety of technical duties relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Requirements

Essential Functions (in a typical work week):

       Timely and regular attendance.

       Inspects a full range of buildings in the process of construction, alteration or repair, for compliance with all applicable building codes.

       Conducts inspections for various types of installations in all regulated types of commercial and residential structures.

       Researches issues and complaints regarding commercial and residential construction and code compliance. Keeps accurate records during investigation of these issues and complaints.

       With Building Official approval, issues stop work notices for work commencing without building permits or work not in compliance with building codes.

       Provides field and office assistance to the general public with respect to code issues; interprets codes in the field and authorizes alternative methods of construction in compliance with the appropriate code.

       Organizes, prepares and maintains accurate reports and records of inspection activities; writes letters for compliance on specific building issues, and completes other written reports and records as needed.

       Reads and interprets plans and specifications, and checks them against actual construction.

       Performs commercial and residential plan reviews.

       Interprets codes and resolves field problems, offering acceptable alternative solutions.

       Communicates technical information and requirements in a clear and accurate fashion, both verbally and in writing.

       Enforces codes evenly and fairly.

       Develops rapport with a variety of people and elicits cooperation.

       Works effectively with people, defuses potentially hostile situations, and resolves disputes in the interest of code compliance in a respectful manner.

       Assists customers at the office counter, accepts plans, takes payments and issues permits.

       Works effectively with others to achieve personal, team, department and organizational goals.

       Communicates effectively with builders, contractors, and the general public.

       Operates a computer and uses programs and software efficiently.

       Performs the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

       Establishes and maintains effective working relationships among co-workers and other County personnel, contractors, and the general public.

       Demonstrates resilience, composure and high-quality performance in an environment with competing priorities.

       Performs additional responsibilities as required to support departmental goals.

       Exercises sound professional discretion and judgment within the scope of the position.

       Actively engages in professional development by responding constructively to performance feedback and coaching.

       Demonstrates consistent reliability and punctuality in accordance with organizational attendance standards.

       Upholds a high standard of dependability to ensure continuous workflow and team support.

       Fosters a collaborative and inclusive team environment through professional and effective interpersonal communication with coworkers, citizens and community partners.

**This position requires an Oregon Inspector Certification, A-Level Electrical Inspector Certification, and A-Level Mechanical Certification to be considered.**

 Additional certifications for the position include:

       Residential Structural Inspector

       Residential Plans Examiner

       Residential Plumbing Inspector

       Specialized Plumbing Inspector

 Desirable certifications include:

       A-Level Structural Inspector

       A-Level Plans Examiner

       Fire and Life Safety Plans Examiner

Any combination of experience and training as determined by the hiring authority could meet the requirements of this position. Senior level inspectors must have at least one year of inspection experience.

Wasco County may consider applicants who do not possess all of the required certifications for a position, but the applicant must obtain these certification(s) within one year of the date of hire, or as soon as certification class schedules allow. 

Additionally, an individual in this position models Wasco County’s core values and cultural initiatives.