Electrical Inspector I

Electrical Inspector I

Salary

$29.22 Hourly

Location

KY 40202, KY

Job Type

Full_Time

Job Number

13911

Department

Codes & Regulations

Opening Date

06/24/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Essential Functions:

Issues violation notices and prepares inspection reports

Discusses inspections and code interpretations with the public

Inspects electrical installations and residential and commercial structures year round to enforce compliance with electrical codes, regulations and ordinances

Examples of Duties

Examples of Work:

UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION

Submits reports of inspections and investigations, and recommends corrective actions

Collects and properly documents evidence of violations.

Performs inspections to enforce electrical code and electrical permit regulations and ordinances

Inspects electrical sites to assure proper operation of equipment and installations, determines reasons for malfunction and performs tests utilizing amp meters and volt probes to determine compliance with standards

Issues warnings and violations to citizens and businesses and serves citations regarding violations of electrical and safety codes

Authorizes the utility company to begin or resume electrical service

Discusses inspections, investigations and code interpretations with the public, electricians, engineers, builders and business officials to resolve code violations and problems

Prepares reports of findings, and compiles evidence should legal action be taken

Testifies in court and at public hearings

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Works at locations with limited or difficult access including uneven terrain

Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elements

Sufficient vision is required to perform inspections

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or the equivalent or have held a State of Kentucky Journeyman or a Master Electricians License for a minimum of five years or currently holds a State of Kentucky Electrical Inspector's License

Other Minimums:

Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must be on 24 hour call

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Must be certified as an Electrical Inspector General in the State of Kentucky (815 KAR 35:015).

Equivalency:

OR Be a registered professional electrical engineer engaged in the profession for at least three (3) years.

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Full Time Regular

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Term Life
• Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
• 457 Deferred Comp
• Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Adult Benefits
• Childcare Assistance
• Free TARC Use
• Paid Parental Leave

Part Time - 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week

• Vacation (pro rata)
• Sick Leave (pro rata)
• Holiday Pay (pro rata)

Part Time - Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week

• Ineligible For Benefits

Temporary Positions

• Ineligible For Benefits

Interns

• Ineligible For Benefits

01

Do you have a High school diploma or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you held a State of Kentucky Journeyman or a Master Electricians License for a minimum of five years or currently holds a State of Kentucky Electrical Inspector's License?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you available to be on 24 hour call?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess and can you maintain a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you certified as an Electrical Inspector General in the State of Kentucky (815 KAR 35:015) OR are you a registered professional electrical engineer engaged in the profession for at least three (3) years?

• Yes
• No

Required Question