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Chief Electrical Inspector

Req ID
2025-30725
Dept
Inspectional Services Dept
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Isd Building&Structures
Salary Min
86,543.50
Salary Max
119,381.55
Union
FEW
Openings
1
Posting End Date
2/14/2026
Contact Email
Mari.Flaherty@boston.gov

Overview:

This is a provisional appointment.

 

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

 

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Electrical Inspectors and the Deputy Commissioner of Building &
Structures, the Chief Electrical Inspector will supervise the activities of Wire Inspectors in the Inspectional Services
Department.

Responsibilities:

  • Shall perform the duties of the Supervisor of Electrical Inspectors in his/her absence.
  • Serves as a point of contact for wire inspectors when complications arise in connections with inspections or
    complaints.
  • Performs complex inspections of electrical wiring and directs the correction of defective or unlawful work.
  • Issues notices on defective work and makes inspections to determine if ordered corrections have been made.
  • Performs special investigations on complaints received in connection with work done without a proper permit.
  • Examines plans and specifications for electrical work in order to gather evidence to testify in cases of violations
    of code, laws, and ordinances regulating electrical installations and repairs.
  • Tests the stability of poles and support of overhead wiring.
  • Inspects vaults and manholes for the presence of gas.
  • Investigates fires, accidents, and other conditions believed to have electrical origins.
  • Control, implementation, and oversight of special Annual Maintenance permits.
  • Represents Electrical Inspectors in Court.
  • Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicants must have at least six (6) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, practical experience in the
    electrical field as a Massachusetts Licensed Journeyman Electrician. A bachelor’s degree in electrical
    engineering or a related field from an accredited college/university may be substituted for two (2) years of the
    required experience. An associate’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required
    experience.
  • Ability to plan, assign, and review the work of staff engaged in inspecting electrical installations and equipment.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of the provisions of the Massachusetts Electrical Code.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the position.
  • Ability to write or input comprehensive reports of inspections and accidents.
  • CORI check required.
  • Must have and maintain a valid MA driver’s license.

Boston Residency Required.

 

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: EI 19

Hours per week: 35

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