electrical inspector - construction

Electrical Inspector I

Requisition ID: 47264

Organization

Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC?s Top Employers and Canada?s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.

With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose & Function

The Electrical Inspector performs technical work of a regulatory and inspectional nature to ensure all types of electrical equipment and installations comply with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), BC Safety Standards Act and Regulations and with various bylaw and code requirements (e.g. Building, Electrical and Sign by-laws). The position researches, inspects, documents and communicates results to impacted parties. Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Trade Inspections and Deputy City Electrician, the Electrical Inspector is assigned inspections. The Electrical Inspector communicates with Services Centre staff as required to facilitate customer meetings. The Electrical Inspector interacts regularly with contractors, engineers and property owners.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspects electrical installations at all types of occupancies (commercial, industrial and residential) to ensure work confirms with codes, bylaws and safety regulations
• Identifies infractions and documents as required; completes and issues Certification of Inspection (pass or fail) upon completion of inspection
• Documents results of inspection activities utilizing departmental information systems and technology and in written form as required; accesses information (e.g. code, product information) as required
• Verifies information such as permit status, building ownership and other information that assists with certification of inspections
• Reviews failed Certificate of Inspections and conducts re-inspections and follows-up on outstanding work and/or violations
• Maintains accurate inspection records and prepares concise inspection reports utilizing departmental information systems and technology
• Responds to on-site questions from contractors (e.g. Code interpretation)
• Responds to queries from customers at booked appointments and by phone during scheduled office time and documents pertinent information
• Maintains best practices and knowledge by researching electrical products, codes or bylaws as requested during scheduled office time
• Upon request by Fire Investigator, Vancouver Police Department, or BC Hydro, surveys wiring in buildings and issues report
• Upon request for "Change of Use" by customer, conducts survey of building or space and issues report
• Checks plans and specifications of electrical installations for new and renovated buildings, after and before permit issuance, and prior to commencement of installations
• Issues stop work orders at job sites where work is proceeding without required permits
• Issues no access notices as required
• Prepares work reports, logs Inspections and performs related clerical duties as required, utilizing information systems and/or manual processes for record keeping of Inspection outcomes;
• Investigates complaints and determines if by-law infractions have occurred
• Investigates fire damaged buildings to determine the extent of damage to electrical installations
• Investigates upon request of electrical utility, unsafe electrical installations in buildings
• Undertakes investigations as directed
• Prepares and presents evidence in court as req