Electrical Inspector

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EMPLOYMENT STATUS
CUPE Local 402- Regular Full-Time

SCOPE
The Planning and Development Department is looking for an Electrical Inspector 1 for their 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

• Check electrical plans and inspecting all types of electrical installations.
• 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.
• Write reports and correspondence on issues including but not limited to inspections, complaints and investigations.
• 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.
• Coordinate the daily inspection schedule with other inspectors.

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed Grade 12 and an apprenticeship in the electrical trade.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Journeyman Electrician or electrical contractor or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 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.

OTHER INFORMATION
Pay Grade: 27
Hourly Rate: $47.52

Pay Steps Hourly Rates
Step 1 $47.52
Step 2 (6 months) $49.52
Step 3 (18 months) $51.52
Step 4 (30 months) $53.84
 
Closing Date: October 22, 2024

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