SENIOR ELECTRICAL
INSPECTOR 5174
An employee in this class supervises the work of
Electrical Inspectors by scheduling their daily activities and by reviewing the
results of their work. In lieu of
supervision, an employee conducts field inspections of more complex
residential, commercial, and historical properties. A significant part of the work is discussions
held with contractors, builders and owners concerning approval or disapproval
of plans of electrical installations and the
explanation of electrical codes and standards in relationship to the plans
submitted. Work is performed with
considerable independence and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor
through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.
Plans,
assigns and reviews work of Electrical Inspectors and makes re-inspections as indicated;
Oversees discussions of electrical
installations with contractors, property owners and interested parties to
explain and interpret electrical codes and standards;
Supervises
the investigation of complaints of violations of electrical codes; may testify
in court concerning violations;
Conducts field inspections on the more complex residential,
commercial, and historical properties;
Upon
request, reviews violations issued by Electrical Inspectors;
Consults
with supervisor concerning new regulatory codes;
Examines specifications, blue prints
and plans of electrical installations for compliance with codes and standards;
Upon
completion of electrical projects, performs final inspections, approves or
disapproves projects and prepares appropriate documentation;
Writes reports regarding project conditions, actions taken
and recommendations for further action.
Comprehensive knowledge of methods and practices involved
in installing, repairing and maintaining a variety of electrical installations,
equipment and appliances; thorough knowledge of possible defects and faults in
electrical systems and appliances, and of standard testing practices; thorough
knowledge of the codes and regulations governing electrical installations in
Suffolk County; ability to detect and locate defective wiring and to ascertain
the required remediation; ability to read and interpret electrical construction
plans and specifications; ability to enforce codes and regulations firmly,
tactfully and impartially; ability to plan, schedule and supervise work in a
manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to keep records
and to write reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both
orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the
position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either:
a)
Graduation from a college with federally-authorized
accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's
Degree in Electrical Engineering, and three (3) years of experience in
the maintenance, installation or inspection of structural electrical systems;
or,
b)
Graduation from a standard senior high school, vocational school or possession
of a high school equivalency diploma, and seven (7) years of experience in the
maintenance, installation or inspection of structural electrical systems; or,
c) An
equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of
a) and b).
NOTE:
Education with courses in an electrician program from a trade
school that is accredited, registered or licensed by a State Education
Department may be substituted for
experience beyond high school, to a maximum of two (2) years.
Two (2) years of permanent competitive
status as an Electrical Inspector.
At the
time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees must
possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
All
employees hired after January 1, 1985 must
successfully complete the required basic training program entitled Minimum
Standards for Code Enforcement Personnel, established by the State of New York
Fire Fighting and Code Enforcement Personnel Standards and Education Commission. The program must be completed in the
appropriate time period as specified in the
regulations, and upon completion, the required in-service training programs
must be attended as scheduled.
R4/14/25
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive