Posted: Oct 22, 2024
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Electrical Inspector - Public Works

Marion County, Oregon - Public Works - Salem, OR
Full-time
Salary: $36.52 - $48.91 Hourly
Application Deadline: Nov 7, 2024
Inspector

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Inspects all types and stages of electrical installations and plans for compliance to the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code as adopted by Marion County; performs other related duties as required.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the County Building Official who outlines assignments and reviews work through meetings and reports.
 
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is not a regular responsibility of positions in this class, but an incumbent will be expected to take leadership in assisting less experienced inspectors on training assignments or inspections of a difficult or unusual nature.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Visually examines construction components on numerous different sites, under varying lighting and weather conditions, for compliance with approved construction plans, specifications, and the State of Oregon Specialty Codes. 
  • Reads Building Code publications and plans, and interprets for the public, both orally and in writing, their content and impacts upon specific construction projects.
  • Operates a motor vehicle approximately 100 to 150 miles per day.        
  • Reviews commercial electrical plans for code compliance as required.
  • Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
  • May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting ECC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with ECC operations.  May be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county.  Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

  1. Ten years experience in the electrical trade.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
  • The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
  • Possession of Oregon State Electrical Inspector certification.
  • Possession of, or obtain within 30 days of hire, an Oregon Inspector certification (OIC).
  • This position is represented by a union.
  • This is a full-time regular position, which is eligible for overtime.
  • Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, with flexibility depending upon department and program needs.