Electrical Inspector (07-2086) - State of Alaska

What You Will Be Doing:
State electrical inspectors perform electrical inspections on new, altered, added and temporary installations on all buildings from residential triplex to commercial and industrial applications. In addition, inspectors assist electrical contractors and industry professionals with understanding and complying with the code.

Electrical inspectors perform license verification and take appropriate enforcement action for electrical and plumbing Certificates of Fitness and contractor licensing, electrical and mechanical administrator enforcement within statutory, regulatory, and policy guidelines.

Our Organization, Mission and Culture:
The mission of Mechanical Inspection is to ensure public safety through the regulation and inspection of various commercial and industrial trades and devices. The section regulates electrical and plumbing installations, boilers and pressure vessels, and elevators and amusement rides statewide. This mission is accomplished through licensure of regulated trades, and statewide inspections of regulated trades and equipment. Mechanical Inspection staff are committed to serving Alaska through effective regulation of these trades while working with industry and trade partners. As part of the field inspection team, you will be in the field most of the workday, providing inspections for construction projects.

The Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Working for Mechanical Inspection offers a unique way to serve your community by supporting programs that keep Alaskans safe through administration of several licensed trades and activities. The section is committed to providing excellent customer service. We value integrity, attention to detail, and continuous improvement. In your role, you will have an opportunity to work with contractors and industry professionals to support safe practices in construction operations in Alaska.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This position is located in the Fairbanks State Office Building. This position has daily interaction with the public during field inspections of worksites and answering questions related to trade licensing requirements.

This position requires daily use of a state vehicle to perform field inspections.

Who We Are Looking For:
Our successful candidate will possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Accountability: Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Able to work independently from a remote office to perform field inspections on construction sites.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent customer service skills used in-person and over the phone. Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. 
• Standards: Knowledge of trade standards and codes, state statutes and regulations regarding enforcement of requirements within our jurisdiction. 
• Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.