Electrical Inspector

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Inspector to join our team at the State of Minnesota. As an Electrical Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and health of occupants and users of buildings in Minnesota through inspections that assure compliance with the provisions of Minnesota Statutes and Rules regulating the electrical industry.

• Conduct inspections for electrical installations to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Electrical Act.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to conduct electrical inspection and compliance activities that promote uniform, high-quality electrical installations.
• Establish, manage, and utilize an office from which inspection operations are conducted; be available to clientele as necessary.
• Administer the provisions of electrical statutes and rules related to electrical inspections to ensure that qualified individuals are conducting business in order to ensure safety to life and property.
• Assist, organize, monitor, and perform electrical inspections for transitory projects, including carnival and circus inspections; special events; county fairs; movie sets; road contractors, etc.; and ensure safety to life and property.
• Assist supervisor and managers with other duties as assigned that enables the division to meet its goals and objectives timely and effectively.

• Current Minnesota Class A Journeyworker Electrician or Class A Master Electrician license.
• Knowledge of the Minnesota Electrical Act; and Minnesota Rules, regulations, and standards regarding electrical safety, electrical inspections, and electrical licensing of electricians sufficient to enforce their provisions.
• Knowledge and application related to electrical theory and the National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical construction and maintenance work, including the practical use and application of materials, equipment, and tools.
• Working knowledge of building and various other construction codes related to electrical installations.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, manufacturer's instructions, and other technical information related to electrical installations.
• Ability to inspect the work of others to determine compliance with statutes, rules, and codes that are within the authority of the Department.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad base of clientele and DLI personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences.