Electrical Inspector - Part Time - Relief/On-Call - Temporary - Public Works
- Marion County, OR
- Salem, OR
- Part Time
- About 1 month ago
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Job Description
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 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 100-150 miles per day.
- Reviews commercial electrical plans for code compliance as required.
- Prepares written reports; issues notices to correct violations; issues "stop work" notices.
- 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 of normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.
Requirements for the Position
- Ten years' experience in the electrical trade.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess, or obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver's license. Must possess, at time of hire, and maintain an acceptable driver's record.
- 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 relief, on-call temporary 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.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to detect electrical, fire/life safety and other violations; read and interpret plans and specifications and to compare them with construction in progress; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; establish and maintain cooperative relations with contractors, co-workers, and the general public; effectively operate computer equipment and software programs utilized by the county.
PHYISICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sits; stands; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 flight of stairs; crawls on hands and knees; reaches overhead; lift, pulls. pushes, and moves carts weighing up to 40 lbs.; carries items weighing up to 10 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks in a clear and audible speaking voice; reads at 12-point font; distinguish colors and shades; hears at a normal speech level; may be exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust, smoke, vibration, uneven areas, noise, wet areas, chemicals, radiation; climbs ladders and scaffolding.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.