Technical Inspector - Electrical (Evening Shift)

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The Construction Inspection Division (CID) inspects the installation of materials and equipment on SCA projects to verify that the contractors install these systems as per the SCA plans, specifications and relevant codes.

CID is organized into units as follows: Plumbing, Fire Suppression, Boiler/Fuel Burning Inspection Unit; Electrical and Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Unit; Roofing, Masonry and Sheet metal Inspection Unit; and the Civil, Architectural, Window and Door Inspection Unit. CID works closely with Architecture & Engineering (A&E), Construction Management and Building Code Compliance to ensure that the SCA receives a quality product.

Job Description Summary

The Technical Inspector is responsible for inspecting regulatory documentation and field construction sites/facilities to ensure compliance with relevant construction documents, codes and standards. Technical inspectors may also complete inspection reports that identify deficiencies in the work that needs to be corrected, assist Project Officers prior to the start of construction to help clarify SCA requirements and specifications and make recommendations for improvement, and review and accept regulatory documents required for the closeout process.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Review and interprets complex drawings, plans, submittals, physical samples and specifications for compliance with relevant codes, standards and requirements; conferring with Engineers, Architects and Project Officers as appropriate.

• Conducts site visits, inspecting  field construction sites/facilities to ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards and makes checks of work in progress.

• Reviews and processes the required records, inspections and documents for project closeout.

• Prepares detailed inspection reports that are transmitted to the Project Officers. 

• Assist the Application Processing Unit for permit issuance, DOB Now, Violations, Sign-offs.

• Serve as liaison with Department of Building personnel and other authorities as assigned, to receive and process required paperwork associated with projects.  

• Maintains computerized records of files & reports on the progress of projects.

• Maintains updated information on all relevant codes, specifications, State and local laws, etc.

• Assists Plan Examiners/Engineers to achieve signoffs as needed.

• Reviews laboratory tests to ensure that materials meet specifications; performs inspections.

• Performs related tasks.

There are seven Technical Inspector specialties:

• Architectural/ Civil

• Electrical

• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)

• Boiler/fuel oil storage

• Plumbing (Requires Master Plumbers License)

• Roofing, Masonry, Sheet Metal

• Regulatory

Qualifications:

• Three years of relevant building construction experience - Electrical

• Bachelor's Degree

• NYS Master Electrician License preferred

Civil Service Classification: Competitive

Technical Inspector Shift Required: Evening Shift Only 3pm - 11pm

Posting End Date: 07/05/2026

Salary:

• Appointment Rate: $81,878 - $120,520

• Incumbent Rate: $94,160 - 138,598

Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate or step.

Education

Baccalaureate

Certifications (if required)

Work Experience

Three years of relevant building construction experience; must have been working in any of the following areas; inspection, quality assurance, electrician, plumber, HVAC, roofing, masonry, architectural/civil, windows and doors, regulatory documentation, etc. or a satisfactory combination of education and experience. Must have three years of experience in the specialty area to which you are applying. The Plumbing specialty requires a license.(1) Architectural/ Civil;(2) Electrical;(3) Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC);(4) Boiler;(5) Plumbing;(6) Regulatory.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

 

We offer exceptional benefits including:

* Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)

* Prescription Drug Options

* Dental & Vision Coverage

* NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)

* Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options

* Transit Check Program

* Public Loan Forgiveness Program

* Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

 

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, the SCA’s Learning and Development (L&D) program offers a variety of valuable benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities. Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to strengthen performance, boost engagement, and ensure our workforce is fully equipped to meet both current and future organizational goals.

 

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.  We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees