City of Aurora, IL · 8 hours ago
Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector
Aurora, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$39.36/hr - $40.26/hr
5+ years expThe City of Aurora is accepting applications for the position of Code Compliance Officer/Electrical Inspector. The role involves performing inspections to ensure compliance with various codes, reviewing building permit applications, assisting in code interpretation, and handling public complaints regarding non-compliance.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Functions as on-site inspector performing complete all-encompassing inspections for ascertaining compliance with the Electrical Code and other codes in a variety of areas to include: electrical, building, fire, mechanical, plumbing, zoning, signs, and property maintenance
Ascertains, denotes and reports violations, issues appropriate violations notices and makes subsequent re-inspections as required
Reviews all types of building permit applications for conformance with applicable codes and ordinances
Assists builders, contractors, and others in permit application completion, as requested
Assists Plan Examiner in reviewing plans and making code interpretation determinations in cases where questions exist
Answer public inquiries regarding codes and safety standards
Responds to public complaints regarding non-compliance with codes of possible defective and potentially unsafe building housing conditions
Recommends condemnation of other remedial action in cases of determined defect
Creates Code Enforcement violation notices when necessary and follows cases to their conclusion
Recommends and drafts amendments to various codes and ordinances
Prepares and maintains comprehensive requisite records and detailed reports
Appears in court, providing relevant testimony, as required
Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Five (5) years' experience as a contractor, engineer, architect, or as a superintendent, foreman or competent mechanic in charge of construction in the electrical construction trade
International Code Council certifications at time of hire or within the prescribed timeframes: Residential Electrical Inspector (within 3 months of hire), Residential Plans Examiner (within 9 months of hire), Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire), Commercial Electrical Inspector (within 6 months of hire), Electrical Plans Examiner (within 12 months of hire)
Valid driver's license
Working knowledge of the proper installation, repair, maintenance and operation of electrical systems; including residential, commercial and industrial installations
Extensive knowledge of building, electrical, fire, mechanical, plumbing and other systems relative to construction inspections
Ability to interpret and enforce equitably, applicable provisions of codes and ordinances
Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to physical, drug screen, and background check
Benefits
Annual pay increases (in accordance with Labor Agreement)
Health, dental, vision, and life insurances
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, personal days, and sick leave
Gym membership reimbursement
Uniform Allowance (as determined by policy)
Interpreters Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)
Company
City of Aurora, IL
Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Minick
CFO-Treasurer
Brenda Cornelious
Executive Assistant to CIO
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