Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on94-50, 158th Street, Queens, Queens County, New York, 11433, United States
Residence Requirement
Residence in the City of Buffalo is mandatory for all positions. Applicants must demonstrate ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City prior to filing, unless applying for the Buffalo Police Entry Level Examination. City ordinances mandate continuous residency during employment, except for positions specifically exempt under state law.
Application Process
A non-refundable application processing fee must accompany your application via check, cash, or money order. Checks must clear to complete processing. Please contact the Civil Service office for information regarding fee waivers.
Role Context
This position involves important technical work focused on the enforcement of city ordinances and electrical codes. Incumbents are responsible for inspecting electrical wiring, fixtures, and machinery to ensure compliance with city ordinances, electrical codes, and contract plans and specifications. While assignments are received from the Chief Electrical Inspector, incumbents work independently to make final decisions. In disputed or exceptionally difficult cases, matters may be referred to a superior for a decision. The role may also involve supervising clerical personnel.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work location
Work model: On-site
94-50, 158th Street, Queens, Queens County, New York, 11433, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleReview plans for electrical installations to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances
- check_circleVerify that proper materials are used and connections are made correctly by approved contractors
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Frequently asked questions about Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) at City of Buffalo, New York
What does a Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) at City of Buffalo, New York do?expand_more
In this Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) at City of Buffalo, New York role, you will review plans for electrical installations to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances; verify that proper materials are used and connections are made correctly by approved contractors; inspect electrical wiring, fixtures, and machinery for code compliance and contract specifications; and advise electricians, contractors, architects, and the public regarding electrical codes and ordinances.
What are the requirements for this Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) role?expand_more
To qualify for the Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) at City of Buffalo, New York position, applicants should have: 90 days continuous residence in City of Buffalo prior to application; Current NYS Driver's License; Consent to NYS LENS screening; Apprenticeship Program completion as Skilled Tradesman-Electrician OR 5 years journeyman experience; and Master's Electrician License issued by City of Buffalo (substitute for experience).
Where is the Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) role at City of Buffalo, New York located?expand_more
Electrical Inspector (TEMPORARY) at City of Buffalo, New York is based in 94-50, 158th Street, Queens, Queens County, New York, 11433, United States. This is a on-site role.