Electrical Inspector - City of Birmingham

TARGET CLOSE DATE:
06/19/2026

PAY GRADE:
Grade 23

TYPE:
Full time

JOB SUMMARY:
The City of Birmingham is seeking to hire an Electrical Inspector to conduct inspections on electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial structures and facilities. They examine equipment, wiring, and appropriate installation regarding existing structures, as well as new construction. Work is performed to ensure compliance with related codes and ordinances and adherence to existing building code standards. Electrical Inspectors plan their own daily inspection schedules based on priorities, geographical location, and availability of citizens or ongoing construction.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The City of Birmingham provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is listed below:

$52,249 - $81,057

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's license.
• Experience inspecting the work of other electricians.
• Experience using and interpreting the National Electrical Code (NEC).

In addition to the qualifications listed above, applicants must also meet at least one of the following options:

Option A:

• Alabama Electrical Contractor License OR Alabama Provisional Electrical License authorized to work within Jefferson County.

Option B:

• City of Birmingham Master Electrician Certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by the City of Birmingham. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes.

• International Code Council (ICC) Electrical Inspector Certification.
• Membership in the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).
• Ten (10) years of experience with electrical installation and supervising/overseeing projects.
• Experience in residential, industrial, commercial and medical electrical installations.
• Experience as an Electrical Inspector within a government entity.
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Certification.
• Plans Examiner Certification.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Enforces codes and ordinances by identifying potential violations, contacting appropriate parties, and issuing notices to ensure that properties and citizens are in compliance with local regulations.
• Researches and reviews codes, ordinances, notices, and permitting by reading code books and amendments, and researching new materials to ensure knowledge is current or to provide accurate information to others.
• Conducts electrical inspections by comparing electrical constructions and installations to plan requirements to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Conducts general inspection activities for contractors by checking for valid permits, ensuring plans comply to relevant codes, and issuance of Certificates of Occupancy in accordance with professional inspections procedures so construction projects are compliant with codes.
• Conducts inspections related to life safety, handicap accessibility, and natural disasters by following professional inspections protocols and guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances.
• Reviews plans by comparing details of construction plans to applicable codes and ordinances to ensure compliance.
• Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines to upgrade procedures and improve work performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing. May involve occasional light lifting of items or objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Involves visually inspecting fine details in order to identify similarities and differences in colors and physical appearance associated with job-related objects or materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is conducted both indoors in an office setting as well as during regular field visits to external places of business, residence, or construction worksites. Work involves the use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, and handheld devices as well as the use of electrical testing tools and hand tools (e.g., tape measure). May be exposed to weather conditions, such as hot or cold temperatures, or other potentially hazardous conditions, such as high-voltage electric currents, partially built structures, and uneven terrain.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io or phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.