Department:  Code Enforcement     

Union:    AFSCME 2859

Grade:    Level B

 

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

 

GENERAL PURPOSE

 

Under direction of the Construction Code Official, reviews plans and performs Electrical inspection work involving enforcement of the State Uniform Construction Code, the Electrical subcode, and relevant UCC regulations within the concerned jurisdictions; does other related duties.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Construction Code Official and Electrical Subcode Official.

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None generally. May exercise supervision over part-time, temporary or other staff as assigned.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

·         Examines and approves plans to see that they comply with the regulations of the Uniform Construction Code (UCC).

 

·         Inspects and evaluates work in construction projects to ensure that all work and materials installed conform to approved plans and the UCC a laws/regulations.

 

·         Inspects and evaluates structures according to the Ordinances and Regulations of Franklin Township.

 

·         Determines the cause of violations and takes corrective action when violations are found.

 

·         Gives testimony in court cases.

 

·         Prepares recommendations regarding both temporary and final certificates of occupancy, Certificates of Approval and Certificates of Continued Building Compliance.

 

·         Prepares reports.

 

·         Establishes and maintains records and files.

 

·         Reviews  applications  for construction  permits  to  ensure  all necessary  information  and documents are included  and  requests additional   information  as  instructed  or  directed   by   the appropriate Sub-Code or Construction official.

 

·         Issues construction permits after approval and authorization have been granted by the appropriate Sub-Code official.

 

·         Aids the general public by providing information of a technical nature concerning the requirements and standards relating to the Uniform Construction Code.

 

·         Calculates routine fees, collects fees and penalties as directed by Sub-Code and/or Construction Official and issues receipts.

 

·         Determines and requests prior approvals and plan review in accordance with the Uniform Construction Code.

 

·         Determines the type of certificate required at job conclusion.

 

·         Consults with solicitors, architects, owners, and contractors on compliance problems.

 

·         Reviews inspection logs for overdue inspections, and  may  take appropriate  action  for  non-compliance  according  to   Uniform Construction Code regulations.

 

·         Gathers information and data to answer inquiries and to prepare reports.

 

·         Maintains inspection logs for all subcodes.

 

·         Monitors plan review deadlines.

 

·         Provides a variety of code services to the general public in one or more functional areas.

 

·         Prepares reports, narratives, and correspondence.

 

·         Maintains records and files.

 

·         Provides support and technical assistance to staff; may provide guidance to clerical staff.

 

·         Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or   manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

 

·         Other related duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

·         Knowledge of the organization and content of Uniform Construction Code regulations.

 

·         Knowledge of the UCC background, purpose, history, place in local government structure, and relation to construction code enforcement programs at other levels of government.

 

·         Knowledge of classification of structures into class categories.

 

·         Knowledge of basic electrical requirements.

 

·         Knowledge of height and area limitations.

 

·         Knowledge of basic plan reading sufficient to perform duties of the position.

 

·         Knowledge of testing methods, agencies, and test verification procedures incorporated in the code.

 

·         Knowledge of the use of basic inspection tools and test methods.

 

·         Knowledge of the construction process for smaller buildings and the points at which inspection must be made.

 

·         Knowledge of basic inspection report writing including preparation of violation notices and required inspection record keeping.

 

·         Knowledge of the material requirements found in the electrical code.

 

·         Knowledge of proper installation methods for all approved materials.

 

·         Knowledge of the information pertaining to structural, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, and electrical features of buildings which must be shown on the plans to ensure compliance with requirements of the code.

 

·         Knowledge of analysis methods needed to ensure that Electrical elements of buildings depicted on plans do in fact conform to code requirements.

 

·         Knowledge of field inspection and controlled inspection techniques necessary to ensure that materials installed at the construction site are of appropriate strength and quality.

 

·         Ability to communicate and cooperate with the public and other employees.

 

·         Ability to analyze and interpret the Uniform Construction Code.

 

·         Ability to examine and approve plans for residential and small commercial structures.

 

·         Ability to carry out field inspection activities for structures in classes I,II and III.

 

·         Ability to organize assigned inspections and investigative work and to make the required field visits/inspections/investigations.

 

·         Ability to prepare detailed and technical correspondence.

 

·         Ability to maintain records and files.

 

·         Ability to recognize approved materials found in the electrical code.

 

·         Ability to understand standards and test methods which lead to approval.

 

·         Ability to ensure that all materials are installed in accord with proper methods.

 

·         Knowledge of electrical material requirements established by the code including testing and listed procedures, and an understanding of test methods.

 

·         Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

 

·         Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

License:

 

·         Possession of a valid license as an Electrical Inspector (HHS). Additional UCC license(s) issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs preferred.

·         Possession of a valid New Jersey driver’s license.

 

Education and Experience:

 

·         Graduation from a standard senior high school or GED equivalent, and

·         Four (4) years of experience in general construction of electrical systems.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

·         Outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

 

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.

 

·         The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

 

·         Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

·         Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving or mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.

 

·         The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field.

 

Applications available on the Township website: www.franklintwpnj.org

 

THE TOWNSHIP OF FRANKLIN DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SEXUAL PREFERENCE, AGE OR HANDICAP.

THE TOWNSHIP OF FRANKLIN IS A DRUG FREE WORK PLACE.

 

Effective September 1, 2011, all employees of NJ State, County and Local government must reside in the State of New Jersey unless exempted under law.