Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00004

Department: Public Works

Division: Building

Job classification: Assistant Electrical Inspector

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building & Safety, Code Enforcement, Public Works

Summary

Inspects and tests electrical installations and equipment in buildings and structures of limited size and scope for compliance with plans and specifications, electrical codes and other pertinent ordinances and accepted safety standards; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.

This Assistant Electrical Inspector, SR-16 position is a career ladder position. The next level in the series is Electrical Inspector, SR-19, $4,933/month. Persons hired into career ladder positions must meet minimum qualifications for the next level in the career ladder series, perform work at the higher level, and meet performance requirements to move to the next level in the career ladder series.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of duties

• May review applications for electrical permits, checks and verifies information recorded on application with related building permits on file, and verify permit fees according to established rates schedule.
• Reviews less complex electrical plans to determine whether proposed wiring and equipment meet code requirements.
• Notes appropriate permit fees according to established rates.
• Inspects electrical installations and equipment in exisiting and new residential and small commercial and industrial buildings for compliance with the provisions of the County electrical codes and ordinances, and with the National Electrical Codes.
• Checks type, size, and number of wires, boxes, outlets, and conduits being installed.
• Checks load on feeder lines by conducting necessary tests.
• Checks wiring of appliances and equipment.
• Issues correction notices, stop work orders, notices of violations, orders, and follows up to see that violations are corrected.
• Makes recommendations to electrical contractors or owners concerning the correct methods of installing electrical wiring or equipment.
• Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases.
• Inspects installation of solar water heater and photovoltaic systems for compliance with County Codes, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans, and specifications.
• Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications.
• As necessary, consults with supervisors in cases of doubt over interpretation of codes or ordinances, or in cases of disagreement with electrical contractors.
• May assists higher level inspectors by inspecting phases of large and complex multi-storied buildings.
• Keeps work records and prepares reports of inspections made.
• Check for compliance to contracting and trade licensing laws.
• Assists with investigation of premises where fires occurred to determine whether fires were due to electrical causes.

Qualifications

Training and Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from high school, and
• four (4) years of experience in the supervision and/or installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of electrical equipment, wiring, and apparatus as a journeylevel electrician, and
• possession of a State of Hawai'i Journey-level or Supervising Electrician's License at time of filing (scan and attach a copy of your license to your application), and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).

Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of: The electrical codes of the County of Hawai`i and National Electrical Codes; the National Electrical Codes; building and safety codes and other pertinent ordinances pertaining to electrical installations; the standard practices, methods, processes, materials, and tools of the electrical trade and their application to electrical wiring and equipment installations on residential, commercial, and industrial premises; the basic principles of electrical installations as they apply to electrical appliances and wiring installations; operation and maintenance of standard office machines, computers, tablets, cell phones, and other mobile devices; and Electrical Contracting and Electricians trade licensing laws.

Ability to: Inspect electrical installations and equipment and render decisions in conformity with ordinances and codes; recognize hazardous situations and determine means of correction; read and interpret plans and specifications, electrical codes and pertinent ordinances and apply them to the general public; maintain records and prepare reports; compute and determine capacity for any required service entrance equipment and number of circuits based on given load; operate and maintain standard office machines and equipment, including electronic computer equipment, peripherals and mobile devices; operate and maintain County issued vehicles and equipment; offer assistance to clerical staff in answering phones and assisting the public at the counter; and deal tactfully with electrical contractors, workmen, owners, and the general public.

Physical Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai‘i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
• Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
• Credit Union Membership
• Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and change due to legislative actions and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining. Please check out the benefits tab for additional information.

Supplemental information

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver's license,
• a temporary assignment verification,
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates,

Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

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