Building Codes Inspector, Electrical (Electrical Inspector, Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Inspector)

City of Newport News • Newport News, VA • 2h ago

About this Role

Put your electrical trade experience to work protecting your community

The City of Newport News is hiring a Building Codes Inspector with an electrical focus to inspect residential and commercial buildings for compliance with the Virginia Construction Code (USBC) and local ordinances. If you have built your career in the electrical trade and you are ready to step into a stable, respected role with the City, we will support you in earning your state inspector certifications after you are hired.

You do not need to be a certified inspector to start If you have journey-level electrical experience, we will help you certify on the job:

Obtain your DHCD Inspector 1 and 2 Family (Residential) certification within 18 months of hire

Obtain your DHCD Inspector General (Commercial) certification within 30 months of hire

An Elevator Inspector certification may be substituted for a building trade discipline

The City supports you through the process, and your electrical experience is the foundation

Key Responsibilities

Inspect residential dwellings and commercial buildings for code compliance, with an emphasis on electrical systems, materials, equipment, and proper procedures

Inspect new and existing elevators

Review building and renovation plans, blueprints, and specifications for electrical and overall code compliance

Advise property owners, contractors, and builders on code standards and resolve concerns

Coordinate with contractors and utility companies when work may interrupt community services

Issue violation notices, warnings, and court summonses, and testify in court when needed

Document inspections through daily reports, incident reports, and logs

Qualifications

High school diploma and 3 to 5 years of journey-level experience in a building trade, electrical preferred, or elevator maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Master certification in a building trade is preferred

Knowledge of the electrical trade, construction methods, and the ability to read plans and technical schematics

A valid driver's license with an acceptable record

Designation as Conservator of the Peace (required for the role)

Please note: This position requires a background check, a satisfactory medical evaluation, designation as Conservator of the Peace, and a valid driver's license. Some inspection work involves climbing, confined spaces, heights, and exposure to construction site conditions.

Benefits

A stable, respected public service career backed by a benefits package built to support you and your family:

Virginia Retirement System (VRS) pension, plus a Retirement Health Savings Account and an optional Empower 457(b) deferred comp plan

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with HSA and FSA options and your choice of coverage start date

Generous paid time off: 19.5 personal days, 9 medical leave days, and 12 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training

Life and short and long term disability insurance, plus an Employee Assistance Program and free Calm Premium

RENEW employee wellness program, fitness center member rates, and an employee discount program

A career path within Codes Compliance toward Senior Building Codes Inspector and beyond, with opportunities across 30 plus City departments

For details about employee benefits, please visit: https://www.nnva.gov/498/Benefits{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"}.

How to Apply

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Interested candidates should apply online through the City of Newport News job site. Please be sure to complete all sections of the application, including your work history and education. We look forward to learning more about you.

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