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Salary: $34.88 Hourly Location : Fairbanks, AK Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 45169 Department: Labor & Workforce Development Division: Labor Standards & Safety Opening Date: 04/16/2024 Closing Date: 10/16/2024 5:00 PM Alaska Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit: Labor, Trades and Craft Range: 49 Job Description Effective July 8, 2024 the wage for this position increased by 5%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase. ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS! The Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Labor Standards and Safety, is recruiting for an Electrical Inspector located in Fairbanks! No Cover Letter Required! This position is in the Labor, Trades and Crafts Unit (LTC) at a Range 49. What You Will Be Doing: State electrical inspectors perform electrical inspections on new, altered, added and temporary installations on all buildings from residential triplex to commercial and industrial applications. In addition, inspectors assist electrical contractors and industry professionals with understanding and complying with the code. Electrical inspectors perform license verification and take appropriate enforcement action for electrical and plumbing Certificates of Fitness and contractor licensing, electrical and mechanical administrator enforcement within statutory, regulatory, and policy guidelines. Our Organization, Mission and Culture: The mission of Mechanical Inspection is to ensure public safety through the regulation and inspection of various commercial and industrial trades and devices. The section regulates electrical and plumbing installations, boilers and pressure vessels, and elevators and amusement rides statewide. This mission is accomplished through licensure of regulated trades, and statewide inspections of regulated trades and equipment. Mechanical Inspection staff are committed to serving Alaska through effective regulation of these trades while working with industry and trade partners. As part of the field inspection team, you will be in the field most of the workday, providing inspections for construction projects. The Benefits of Joining Our Team: Working for Mechanical Inspection offers a unique way to serve your community by supporting programs that keep Alaskans safe through administration of several licensed trades and activities. The section is committed to providing excellent customer service. We value integrity, attention to detail, and continuous improvement. In your role, you will have an opportunity to work with contractors and industry professionals to support safe practices in construction operations in Alaska. The Working Environment You Can Expect: This position is located in the Fairbanks State Office Building. This position has daily interaction with the public during field inspections of worksites and answering questions related to trade licensing requirements. This position requires daily use of a state vehicle to perform field inspections. Who We Are Looking For: Our successful candidate will possess the following knowledge and skills: Accountability: Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Able to work independently from a remote office to perform field inspections on construction sites. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent customer service skills used in-person and over the phone. Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Standards: Knowledge of trade standards and codes, state statutes and regulations regarding enforcement of requirements within our jurisdiction. Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience. To view the general description and example of duties for the position, please go to the following link: Minimum Qualifications Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments. Additional Required Information **PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY** THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet in order to be considered for employment at this time. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS Applicants must demonstrate their skill and/or experience in their responses to the supplemental questions. Please make sure to answer the supplemental questions as thoroughly as possible. Your responses must be supported by your application. Please see the "QUESTIONS" tab at the top of this bulletin to preview the supplemental questions. ONGOING POSTING NOTICE The applicant pool(s) for this position will be reviewed regularly for qualified applicants. This recruitment may be closed early if a qualified applicant is found before the closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration. DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIREMENT Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty. UNION NOTICE This position is represented by the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Public Employees Local #71/AFL-CIO. Applicant must register with the union once hired for this position. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW A list of three (3) professional references, one of which should be your most recent supervisor, including name, job title, employer, and current phone number(s). A copy of your AK Driver's License. Please provide a copy of your current AK Certificate of Fitness, or an Electrician Journeyman license if acquired in a state other than Alaska. APPLICATION NOTICE You can ONLY apply for this position through Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy (paper) application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "" page. Omission of any required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. If you're experiencing problems attaching to your application, or if you simply had forgotten, you may email it to the contact provided below before 5:00 pm of the closing date. Any documents submitted after the posting has closed will not be considered. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT The State's online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor. EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If you're unable to attach to your application, email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option, please call the contact person to obtain a fax number. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting. BARGAINING UNIT If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, you must mark that it does not apply to you. MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. NOTICE Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at (toll free) or (907) . If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the '' domains. For information on allowing emails from the '' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call or (907) in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at (toll free) or (907) if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to: For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact Information Scott Damerow Chief, Mechanical Inspection Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information. AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit) Optional Insurance Benefits Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses Retirement Benefits Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options See for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year 01 How many years of experience have you had as an Electrician Journeyman? No journeyman license 0-2 Years Experience 3-4 Years Experience 5-7 Years Experience 8+ Years Experience 02 Based on your answer to Question 1, please list the license number and the years it was valid for each state in which you held a license. If you held a license under a different name, please include the name associated with that license. 03 How many years of experience have you had working as an Electrical Inspector, Electrical Administrator, or Master Electrician in another state? None Less than 1 Year of Experience 1-2 Years Experience 3-4 Years Experience 5+ Years Experience 04 How many years of experience have you had in any combination of the following: Issuing citations; Writing professional letters; Interpreting code or regulatory documents for an Authority Having Jurisdiction. None 0-2 Years Experience 3-4 Years Experience 5+ Years Experience 05 Describe your level of expertise with software in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). No experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Discovery: Awareness of basic/fundamental concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. Literacy: Ability to communicate all relevant concepts, procedures and practices of the subject area. I have limited application or practice. Fluency: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures and practices of the subject area. I have successfully performed the concepts, procedures, and practices independently. Mastery: Able to successfully apply all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices of the subject area. I have successfully performed all relevant concepts, procedures, and practices and facilitate knowledge transfer to others. Required Question