Salary : $83,206.50 - $98,280.00 Annually
Location : 888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Office of Operations
Division: Building Inspection
Opening Date: 09/28/2026
Closing Date: 10/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: UAW
JOB SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Building Official or designee, performs on-site inspections of electrical installations, alterations and repairs to ensure conformity with the National Electrical Code and other related regulations; enforces compliance with electrical codes by contractors; does related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Performs related duties as required.
- Inspects electrical installations and alterations to assure compliance with pertinent codes and regulations.
- Discusses plans and problems with interested parties; assists, advises and offers recommendations to assure proper installations.
- Reviews plans and specifications and conducts inspections of buildings and structures for which electrical permit applications have been made.
- Issues permits.
- Investigates possible code violations and enforces correction of defects.
- Answers correspondence.
- Keeps records and makes reports.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES - Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials and practices of the electrical trade.
- Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
- Working knowledge of the Connecticut Building Code and other related codes and regulations.
- Ability to diagnose defects and hazards in new and existing electrical installations.
- Ability to read and interpret building plans and specifications.
- Ability to prepare written reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners and the general public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited high school and four (4) years of experience as a journeyman electrician.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: At time of application, must possess valid and current licenses as:
1) an Electrical Inspector, from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety.
2) an E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor, from the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection; and 3) a motor vehicle operator.
The City of Stamford offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; health, vision, dental, defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plans, free term life insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter benefits. Sick bank and tuition reimbursement as well as training from the City of Stamford Training Institute.
Specific information regarding benefits are outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement or in the Pay Plan Document for pay plan employees.
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Did you graduate from an accredited high school (or vocational/technical school), or do you have a high school equivalency certificate?
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Do you have at least four (4) years of experience in the electrical trade at the journeyman level?
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Do you possess an E-1 Unlimited Electrical Contractor license from the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection? (PLEASE ATTACHED A COPY TO APPLICATION)
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Do you possess an Electrical Inspector license from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety? (PLEASE ATTACHED A COPY TO APPLICATION)
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Do you possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license?
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List any training or courses you completed through college, institutes, conferences, seminars, workshops or professional associations relating to electrical engineering or practice, the National Electric Code, the Connecticut Building Code or related subjects. Include only training courses which are separate from your electrical trade apprenticeship program. Omit college courses taken as part of a completed associate or bachelor's degree.
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Describe your work experience in the electrical trade for the past 20 years. Attach additional sheets, if necessary. Dates of employment must be listed by month/year (for example, 8/92 - 5/97). The average number of hours worked per week should also be included, if less than full time. If you supervised other electricians, include that in your description of job duties.
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Describe your work experience as a licensed Electrical Inspector.
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Describe your work experience as a licensed E-1 (unlimited contractor) electrician. List only positions in which you functioned as a licensed contractor.
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