Electrical Inspector - SR-19 Salary $59,196.00 Annually
Location: Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Hilo, HI
Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions
Job Number: 2026-00005
Department: Public Works Division
Building Opening Date: 01/18/2026
Closing Date: 1/27/2026 11:59 PM Hawaii
Description: Benefits Questions Duties Summary
Inspects and tests electrical installations and equipment in all types of buildings and structures, including multi-storied buildings, for compliance with plans and specifications, electrical codes and other pertinent ordinances and accepted safety standards; and performs other related duties as required.
There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.
The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.
Examples of Duties
Inspects electrical installations and equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, including multi-storied buildings for compliance with the provisions of the County Electrical Ordinance, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans and specifications.
Checks type, size and number of wires, boxes, outlets and conduits being installed.
Checks load on feeder lines by conducting necessary tests.
Checks wiring of various appliances and equipment.
Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases.
Issues correction notices, stop work orders, notices of violations, orders, and follows up to see that violations are corrected.
Advises electrical contractors or owners to comply with County Ordinances, National Electrical Code, engineered plans and specifications.
Investigates premises where fires occurred to determine whether fires were due to electrical causes.
Inspects installation of solar water heater and photovoltaic systems for compliance to County codes, National Electrical Codes, engineered plans and specifications.
Inputs and checks permit status updates in the permitting software system and/or other applications.
Reviews applications for electrical permits, checks and verifies information recorded on application with related building permits on file, verify permit fees according to established rate schedule.
Checks electrical details of plans submitted for electrical permits for compliance with electrical code, County ordinance, and appropriate permit fees according to established rates.
Reviews less a wide variety electrical plans to determine whether proposed wiring and equipment meet code requirements.
Compute and determine capacity for any required service entrance equipment and number of circuits based on given load.
Rejects or approves electrical installations and issues certificates of approval when work is approved in its final phases.
Keeps work records and prepares reports of inspections made.
Check for compliance to contracting and trade licensing laws.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
Examination:
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicants training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.
Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Physical Requirements:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping:
Light
Benefits of County employment:
The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Flexible Working Arrangements:
Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
Vacation:
Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with a maximum accumulation of 90 working days.
Sick Leave:
Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
Holidays:
The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development:
The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees. County Tuition Reimbursement Program: Scholarship program for employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning, subject to eligibility requirements and reimbursement limits.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program:
A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Retirement Plan:
The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan covered under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. It provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. For more information visit https://ers.ehawaii.gov
Deferred Compensation:
Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
Flexible Spending Plan:
Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
Health Benefit Plans:
The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. For more information about current employee contribution rates and plans see the EUTF website (https://eutf.hawaii.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance:
The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves:
You may be eligible for other leaves, such as:
All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or changes negotiated through collective bargaining.
01 REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
The information provided to these Supplemental Questions may be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. Any information you submit may be verified.
When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience Sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may