Electrical Inspector

Electrical Inspector

Fire and EMS - Jackson, Wyoming

***POSITION OPEN UNTIL JUNE 15th at 5:00PM***

SUMMARY:

Performs building inspections and stand-alone electrical installations for the Jackson Hole Fire/EMS to verify compliance

with technical requirements; reviews plans and technical drawings, inspects residential and commercial work sites, and

verifies compliance to codes, regulations, ordinances, National Electrical Code.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.

This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not

listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential

duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Helps to protect the lives and property of County residents through electrical inspections, public education programs,

and construction plan reviews; conducts inspections of residential and commercial buildings to determine compliance

with electrical safety standards, state statutes, and county and regional ordinances.

Prepares written reports and issues technical enforcement documents; answers technical questions from contractors

and vested or interested other parties.

Supports the relationship between the Teton County staff and the general public by demonstrating courteous and

cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues

and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

3+ years of experience in construction/inspection programs including experience reading electrical plans and

supervising electrical installation.

Work experience as a licensed Journeyman electrician

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Must maintain Journeyman Electrician certifications from the Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and

Electrical Safety is required.

Incumbents may be required to obtain additional technical certifications.

A valid State driver's license may be required.

Required Knowledge of:

County policies and procedures, and state and federal laws and regulations governing building and safety codes.

Methods and techniques of inspecting a variety of plans, buildings, and technical documents.

Building Code, National Electric Code, National Electrical Instillation Standards (NEIS), Underwriters Laboratory

White Book.

Applying technical knowledge of building trades work and using sound inspection methods to determine

workmanship and materials quality, and detect deviations from plans, specifications, and standard installation

practices.

Operating and maintaining computer and communications equipment.

Required Skills in:

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office environment, with regular trips to building sites