Electrical Inspector
Core
Inspect electrical installations, repairs, and alterations for compliance with NYC Construction Codes and Electrical Code in buildings and structures.
Role type
Municipal electrical inspector
Builds
Ensures code compliance for light, heat, power, fire alarm, and communication systems
Domain
Construction / Electrical Safety / Municipal Government
Required skills
Electrical code knowledge, technical inspection, fire investigation, complaint investigation, code enforcement, drawing interpretation, license verification, report writing, testimony
Preferred skills
Experience as electrician, designer, or inspector; engineering degree; technical school training; professional engineer license
Technologies
NYC Construction Codes, Electrical Code, approved plans and specifications
Responsibilities
Perform technical inspections of electrical installations for code compliance; inspect wiring in combustible occupancies and public assembly places; investigate fire/accident scenes for electrical defects; investigate complaints of defective installations; issue violations, summonses, and stop work orders; verify licenses of onsite workers; study drawings for inspection details; testify in court or depositions; maintain records and reports.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
