What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Electrical Inspector position at Redford Charter, Township of (MI)?
PURPOSE:
Conduct electrical and property inspections to ensure compliance with electrical standards and local ordinances. Conducts residential and commercial plan reviews to ensure compliance with all applicable standards. Assigns inspections to other inspectors in their respective fields.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to the following duties, responsibilities, tasks, knowledge’s, skills and other characteristics. This list of Duties and Responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not intended to be considered a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.
EXAMPLE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducts electrical and ordinance inspections.
- Coordinates and inspects sidewalk and rental programs.
- Works with complainants, homeowners, and contractors to resolve issues.
- Prepare reports regarding electrical inspections, complaints, and violations.
- Issues summonses and complaints as authorized.
- Testifies in court providing information and documentation regarding alleged violations.
- Provides comprehensive plan review for commercial and residential projects.
- Determines compliance with applicable federal, state, county and local laws and codes.
- Meets with engineers, designers, contractors, and homeowners to explain comments generated from the plan review process.
- Approves or denies electrical permit applications.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma/GED.
- Must be able to qualify and remained qualified under the rules promulgated by Michigan Act 54 of 1986. Such qualifications in part are: Two years of experience as a licensed journey worker or shall be licensed as a master electrician.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver license with five or fewer points.
- May be exposed to potentially dangerous situations and circumstances while inspecting industrial areas, construction sites or conducting fire damage investigations.
- May be required to work in all weather conditions.
- May be required to climb ladders, or work in trenchers to perform necessary tasks above and below ground
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Familiarity with electrical codes and standards, building techniques and practices;
- Familiarity with federal, state, county, and township codes, ordinances, policies and procedures;
- Ability to interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, and other requirements;
- Familiarity with construction and other building codes;
- Familiarity with computer operation using a variety of software;
- Familiarity with public relations, community relations and community service goals and objectives;
- Ability to communicate with complainants, property owners, and others;
- Ability to utilize and apply various research sources, methods and techniques;
Examination: All candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to take an oral examination.
Salary : $31 - $38