Trades Inspector II or Sr. (Electrical) – (Pos 8197)

This is a hard-to-fill position and qualifies for the City’s Signing Bonus Program.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Working for the City of Greensboro means becoming part of a team dedicated to public service, innovation, and community impact. You’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supplemental pay opportunities for multiple certifications
• Ongoing training and certification support
• Meaningful work that directly impacts community safety
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A collaborative and supportive work environment

About the Role

The Electrical Trades Inspector is responsible for inspecting residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations for compliance with North Carolina State Building Codes and City of Greensboro Ordinances.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting electrical inspections for new construction, renovations, and repairs
• Reviewing electrical plans and construction documents for code compliance
• Investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions
• Preparing reports, inspection records, and correspondence
• Enforcing applicable City ordinances and state regulations
• Providing technical guidance to contractors, developers, and property owners
• Maintaining compliance with OSHA safety standards and procedures

The position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, accessing rooftops and attics, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Successful candidates will demonstrate advanced knowledge of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems; a strong understanding of North Carolina State Building Codes; the ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and construction documents; excellent customer service and communication skills; strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities; commitment to safety, professionalism, and accountability; and the ability to work independently and effectively manage assigned inspection areas.

Potential Career Path

The City of Greensboro encourages career development and advancement opportunities.

Potential progression may include:

• Senior Trades Inspector
• Chief Electrical Inspector
• Inspections Supervisor
• Inspections Manager
• Building Inspections Administrator

Advancement opportunities are based on performance, certifications, experience, and organizational needs.

Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED with 1-3 years of ‘hands-on’ experience in Residential, Commercial, and/or Industrial construction wiring as a foreman/lead electrician
• “OR” No High School Diploma/GED with 5-7 years of ‘hands-on’ experience in Residential, Commercial, and/or Industrial construction wiring as a foreman/lead electrician
• Valid Driver’s License
• Microsoft Office software experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical Standard Certificate Level I, II, or III, “OR” Prequalification documentation for Electrical Standard Certificate Level I, II, or III (include copy with application)
• ICC Certification as Electrical Inspector (include copy with application)
• Prior plan review and/or blueprint experience
• Prior experience with a local municipality in electrical inspections
• Supervisory experience
• Mechanical Standard Level I certification (include copy with application)
• Plumbing Standard Level I certification (include copy with application)