Electrical Inspector (Inspector III)

Details are key when providing electrical inspections for the construction of new facilities and the refurbishing or rebuilding of existing facilities. Are you detail-oriented? Do you enjoy working with a team to advance construction projects? Do you excel at establishing and maintaining contractor relationships? Would you like to take your career to the next level? Apply now for the Electrical Inspector III position!

• Perform on-site inspection of electrical work and assist with non-electrical inspection as requested.
• Inspect materials, installation, and layout; notify contractor of unacceptable material or work.
• Suspend work with Construction Manager's approval.
• Act as liaison between the Construction Manager, Operations, the tenant, Port safety, Port environmental and the contractor during construction
• Perform or supervise quality control electrical testing.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records.
• Keep a daily diary for each job assigned.
• Provide input for monthly construction progress report; verify quantities of work for contractor's monthly pay estimate.
• Keep as-built drawings up to date.
• Verify proper licensing and registration of electrical contractors.
• Provide interdepartmental support.
• Provide assistance to engineers for in-house design work.
• Review projects prior to bidding for constructability and economics of design.
• Coordinate interdepartmental projects requiring the involvement of Port maintenance personnel.

Education:

• Associate degree in Electrical or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
• Four (4) years Electrical Inspector which includes inspection of special equipment and machinery that has not been listed or labeled by a testing laboratory.
• Practical experience in commercial and industrial building construction methods, industrial electrical equipment, machinery, and related code requirements.
• At least six (6) years of engineered electrical design or electrical construction project management.

• Oregon General Journeyman License
• Oregon State "A" Level Electrical Inspectors Certification or obtain within One Year of employment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Driver's License is required

• General construction practices and electrical design.
• Electrical construction and terminology.
• Electrical standards and practices.
• Knowledge of city, state, and national electric codes
• Ability to produce written documents using Word, Excel, Blue Beam, and Outlook

Security

Employees in this position will be required to successfully pass and maintain security clearance relevant to assigned duties such as SIDA (Security Identification Display Area)

1. Minimum Qualification Evaluation: During the week of February 24, 2025, Human Resources and the Hiring Manager will evaluate the education, training, and experience outlined in submitted application packets.
2. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Evaluation: A panel of internal Subject Matter Experts will assess your experience and training based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
3. Interview Scheduling: Our goal is to schedule first-round interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME evaluation during the week of March, 3rd. The first round will typically involve the recruiter and the hiring manager. Second-round panel interviews are planned for the week of March, 3rd and will include the hiring manager, the recruiter, and other internal stakeholders

About us:

At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have - our three airports, four marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise, and experience behind them - to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. We know that every person we hire, business we work with, contract we sign and decision we make is a chance to make someone's life better. And we'll use our power and influence to pull down barriers, unlock new opportunities, ensure more people share in our region's success and include those who have been excluded in the past. With YOUR help - together with our partners, customers, and community - we'll help drive meaningful change!

Do you have questions about this job?

Contact us: careers@portofportland.com

Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion: At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.

Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.

ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources: call 503-415-6690 or email careers@portofportland.com.