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City of Pittsburgh

Inspector, Combined Electrical

City of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289


Salary:

$65,374.00 Annually

Location :

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Type:

CS Non-Competitive, Full Time

Remote Employment:

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number:

24-CEIL-01

Department:

Permits, Licenses, & Inspections

Opening Date:

01/09/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit:

09

POSITION SUMMARY

Inspects all electrical wiring in any type of construction within the City of Pittsburgh for compliance with approved plans, applicable codes and regulations.

Department

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Permits, Licenses & InspectionsPosting Type : Announcement/BidSalary

:

$65,374 per year.Union

:

This position is included in the American Federation of State, County, and MunicipalEmployees, Local 2719 bargaining unit and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.Civil Service Classification

:

Non-CompetitiveREQUIREMENTS

General Application Requirements :You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified.

Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.

Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment. Click to view a map of City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods.A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License at the time of filing application or prior to appointment, which must be maintained throughout employment. Written requests for accommodation on the basis of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources and Civil Service on an individual basis.Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Certification #19 - Electrical Inspector must be obtained within (6) six months of appointment.Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Certification #22 - Energy Inspector must be obtained within (9) nine months of appointment.NOTE

: If a program or certification listed above is discontinued by the respective organization, management has the right to substitute similar programs for the candidate to achieve and fulfill.

NOTE

:

The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration from employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered).

NOTE : Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify of their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.

Qualifying Requirements:Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.WORK EXPERIENCE : The application must clearly show five

(4)

years of full-time experience in related electrical construction or inspection work (e.g.,electrician, electrical inspector, etc.)

(Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.)EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Applicants must show proof of certification in electrical wiring from an accredited institution.EQUIVALENCY : Education/training may be substituted for work on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position

(based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above) . The Total Qualifying Requirement is six

(5)

years.

(See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training.)CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.

Written : None required for this position.Performance : None required for this position.Medical : Required, including color vision test.

POSITION DUTIES

Performs work in accordance with established City and Departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Inspects electrical systems installed in all construction projects for compliance with approved plans, City Code, Uniform Construction Code, National Electric Code and International Code Council (ICC) Code.Investigates complaints and alleged violations of electrical systems in existing structures.Inspects damage to electrical systems and submits reports on findings.Issues citations of violations to property owners and/or contractors.Testifies in court on behalf of the City of Pittsburgh.Reviews plans, wiring diagrams, specifications, etc. related to assigned electrical wiring inspections.Recommends approval and/or disapproval of projects based on compliance with applicable codes.Maintains records and prepares accurate reports and correspondence on all activities and actions taken.May be required to be on 24 hour call in case of emergency or fire.Performs activities and functions of related personnel and other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.to view the full job description including knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description.

Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including :

Health, Dental and Vision BenefitsPensionVoluntary Deferred Compensation PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid HolidaysPaid VacationPersonal Days(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)

01

The City of Pittsburgh welcomes all applicants, including those who would need to relocate to satisfy the Residency Requirement prior to starting this position. Please elaborate on your plans to relocate to Pittsburgh if you do not already live within the City of Pittsburgh municipality. If you already reside within the City of Pittsburgh, please write N/A.

02

Do you have a current, valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License (Class C - regular) or a current valid driver's license from another state or the U.S. Armed Forces?If you do not possess a current, valid PA Class C Driver's License: Are you able to obtain one prior to appointment if you are selected to fill this position?

N/A- I already possess the required driver's license.YES, I AM able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.NO, I am NOT able to obtain a PA Class C Driver's License prior to appointment if I am selected to fill this position.

03

Do you possess (4) years of full-time experience in related electrical construction or inspection work (e.g., electrician, electrical inspector, etc.)?

YesNo

04

If you answered yes, please describe your experience. If you do not possess this experience, please type N/A.

05

Do you possess a certification in electrical wiring from an accredited institution?

YesNo

06

Did you read and understand that you must submit OFFICIAL documentation to the Department of Human Resources & Civil Service to verify any of your post secondary education/training?

YesNo

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