Electrical Inspector - Statewide

Gardiner , Maine , United States | Electricial | Full-time

Apply by: July 15, 2024

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Department of Professional and Financial Regulation (and Boards) - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation Job Class Code:8213

Grade: 21 (Professional/Technical)

Salary: $48,711- $65,554 -Salary includes a 12% StipendLocation: Gardiner, MEOpening Date: June 27, 2024Closing Date: July 15, 2024

Are you a Maine Master Electrician interested in:

• Setting your own schedule while splitting your time between working from home and in the field?

• Inspecting the work of other electricians to ensure it complies with laws, standards, and the National Electrical Code.

• Driving a company car (for work use only), with no need to pay for gas or wear and tear on your personal vehicle?

If so, consider taking your career to the next level by becoming a state Electrical Inspector with the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.

While you’re working, you can rest easy knowing that you have access to the State of Maine’s benefits package, which includes:

• 8+ weeks of paid time off annually (including sick, vacation, and holidays),

• Robust health care coverage for you and your family (that includes wellness programs like no-cost knee/hip surgery as well as unlimited no-cost consultations with nutritional counselors), and

• An additional 13.41% of your salary contributed to your retirement account by the State of Maine.

  The Department will also pay for approved 15-hour current National Electrical Code update courses and certification renewal.

During a typical day, you can expect to:

• Inspect electrical installations for compliance with laws, rules, standards, and the National Electrical Code.

• Conduct investigations of complaints filed with the Electricians’ Examining Board.

• Advise and instruct electricians licensed in Maine on correctly using and implementing state laws and national codes.

• Coordinating travel arrangements to inspection sites, which may involve reimbursable overnight stays.

  Because this work involves enforcing electrical codes for other electricians, private electrical work on the side is prohibited.

Minimum qualifications:

Possession of a Maine Master Electrician’s License.

Licensing requirements:

Licensed as a Master Electrician in Maine.

Preference will be given to those applicants:

• Familiar with state laws and national standards pertaining to the regulation of electrical installations in Maine.

• Understand the National Electrical Code.

• Experience using computer-based word processors and spreadsheet programs.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Peter T. Holmes at Peter.t.holmes@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,942.16 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.41% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-employees/rules-policies/policy-practices-manual/Employee-Rights-and-Responsibilities-Federal) .

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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