Sr. Electrical Inspector

Senior Electrical Inspector

The Portland Water Bureau (PWB) Engineering Construction Inspection section is recruiting for a full-time Senior Electrical Inspector. Senior Electrical Inspectors take primary responsibility for interpreting the electrical codes and standards and conducting inspections and the review plans for compliance with electrical codes. This position provides specialized lead direction to Inspectors and Trainees as formally assigned, including scheduling, coordinating, assigning, reviewing and overseeing the completion of a variety of work, and training and advising assigned staff on the solutions of technical problems. Additionally, Senior Electrical Inspectors inspect electrical installations for use of proper materials and compliance with electrical code requirements, and issue certificates of inspection and approval or correction notices. Computer record checks, researching applicable codes, checking electrical licenses and permits are also important components of this work. Senior Electrical Inspectors advise on electrical construction methods, code requirements, and permit procedures. Senior Electrical Inspectors ensure a positive customer experience and ensure that services are delivered in an equitable manner. A second language is preferred but not required. This position will also work with the Portland Water Bureau Operations group with supporting Electrical and operations.

To Qualify

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental question responses and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Knowledge of the National Electric Code and the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code;
2. Knowledge of the practices, materials, and tools used in making electrical installations;
3. Knowledge of proper inspection and plan review procedures in compliance with the Oregon Electrical Specialty code such as: Cite It/Write It Rules (OAR 918-098-1900);
4. Experience applying the principles and practices of effective leadership, providing lead direction to staff, including scheduling, assigning and reviewing the work of others;
5. Experience demonstrating techniques and providing training to others;
6. Experience writing documents and reports utilizing research and review of code documentation and references online and in computer databases.

Applicants must also possess at time of hire:

1. A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record; and
2. Oregon "A" Level Electrical Inspector Certification; and
3. Oregon Inspector Certification

The following is required to obtain a Electrical Inspector Certification (EI): a. Two (2) years of experience as an Oregon Supervising Electrician; or b. A degree in Electrical Engineering and three (3) years' experience in design, inspection or supervision of installations covered by the National Electrical Code or Oregon Electrical Specialty Code; c. Equivalent experience and training approved by the Board.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between July 27, 2026, and August 17, 2026 Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Answers to Supplemental Questions

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date.
• Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
• To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.

Application Tips:

• Your answers to the Supplemental Questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflect your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your résumé should support the details described in your answers to supplemental questions.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of August 17, 2026 An evaluation of each applicant's training, paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their answers to supplemental questions and resume, weighted 100%.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of August 24, 2026 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD

Step 6: Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity Employer