What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Inspector position at County of Frederick, VA?
Description
Are you an experienced Electrician who knows the ins and outs of residential and commercial construction? Want to take your skills to the next level? Frederick County Public Works is hiring an Electrical Inspector to make sure buildings are wired up safely and built to code. If you’re ready for a year-round, full-time opportunity where you can put your expertise to work in a different way, this could be the perfect fit.
Why Join Us?
- Steady, reliable work: Full-time position with excellent benefits and compensation.
- Use your experience: Put your residential and/or commercial electrical knowledge to work in a new way.
- Growth development: Endless opportunities to grow your skills with paid training and certifications.
Core Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Essential Functions
What You’ll Do:
Key Responsibilities
As an Electrical Inspector, you will:
- Conduct field inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial structures to ensure compliance with the Virginia Construction Code, Virginia Maintenance Code, and ADA requirements.
- Review and interpret construction documents, blueprints, and technical specifications to assess code compliance.
- Provide guidance and support to contractors, architects, engineers, and the general public regarding county code enforcement programs.
- Investigate complaints, issue violation notices and stop work orders, and ensure corrective actions are taken.
- Maintain organized inspection records, reports, and daily logs.
- Stay engaged with industry developments by participating in code-related organizations and emergency response situations when needed.
Typical Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- 3 years of electrical experience in residential and/or commercial field.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and have held it for at least 2 years.
- Willingness to work weekends and emergency on-call nights.
- Must have or be able to obtain relevant certifications through the Virginia State Certification Program for Inspectors.
Supplemental Information
To learn more about Frederick County employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits
All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs
