Electrical Inspector 1 (The City Of Surrey)

Overview

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city-and their careers-forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

Scope

The Planning and Development Department is looking to add two Electrical Inspector 1s to its team! As an Electrical Inspector 1 you will be responsible for the inspection and regulatory work involving all types of electrical equipment and installations to assess compliance of plans, workmanship, materials, methods, and safety devices with Surrey's Electrical Bylaw, Provincial Regulations, Technical Safety BC, bulletins, directives, and current BC electrical code.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice, assistance, interpretation and information to the general public, owners, contractors, engineers and architects on matters related to regulated work.
• Suggest alternate methods of complying with codes and regulations where difficult situations arise as well as electrical code compliance.
• This position requires effective verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, advanced knowledge of related bylaws, codes, and regulations, and other job related duties as required.
• Check electrical plans and inspecting all types of electrical installations.
• Coordinate the daily inspection schedule with other inspectors.
• Write reports and correspondence on issues including but not limited to inspections, complaints and investigations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Journeyman Electrician or electrical contractor or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Completed Grade 12 and an apprenticeship in the electrical trade.
• A valid BC driver's license is required and access to a vehicle for business purposes.
• Certification of Qualification for the Province of BC as an Electrical Inspector must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• An FSR B certification will be considered an asset for this position.

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.

Successful Applicants Must Provide Proof Of Qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until July 14, 2023.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

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