Electrical Inspector I
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Electrical Inspector I

The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/competitive basis for the Civil Service examination process for Electrical Inspector I.

About the Job

The electrical inspector position involves performing inspections of a variety of electrical installations to determine whether plans, workmanship, and materials conform with requirements set forth in state, municipal, and national codes. In addition, inspection of relevant work pertaining to the Washington State Energy Code and the accessibility requirements of the Washington State Building Code is performed. Employees usually work independently in the field and are responsible for independent decisions requiring technical judgment. The work is performed under the supervision of the Chief Inspector and the Building Official.

About the Division

The Permit Services inspection workgroup inspects all facets of construction for private development. This includes building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, utilities, roadways, and sitework for diverse types of projects, including residential, commercial, hospitals, industrial facilities, port facilities, marinas, mid- and high-rise buildings, nuclear research and development, various manufacturing including one of the world's largest manufacturing plants. The inspection workgroup is made up of highly trained tradespersons with numerous years of construction experience. Most of the positions require licensing, training, and certifications. The workgroup is currently staffed by ten inspectors who collectively complete roughly 20,000 inspections each year. The inspectors also perform plan reviews and field a variety of technical inquiries providing exceptional customer service to owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. This group of inspectors keeps construction moving while maintaining minimum standards throughout the City of Everett.

Why Everett?

Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth and value work-life balance.

The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all employees.

The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position, click here.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires four (4) years journey-level experience as an electrician including experience in various types of construction from residential through commercial and industrial AND a General Class Journeyman Electrician License, ELO1 AND experience in various phases of electrical work including new installation, repair, maintenance, remodeling, and design.
• Inspection experience is highly desirable.

Special Requirements or Certifications

• Possession of, a valid, unrestricted (corrective lenses allowed) driver license at the date of hire; and the ability to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver License within 30 days of hire.

How to Apply

• Application materials may be accessed via
• All applicants are required to complete and submit the following:

The standard City of Everett Application Form.

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire for Electrical Inspector.

• Applications must be submitted through the City's online application system by 5:00 p.m. on August 8, 2025, to be considered.
• LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Examination Steps

• There will be a pre-screening of all applications.
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated (weighted 30%).
• Top-scoring applicants will be called to an oral panel interview (weighted 70%).
• All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service register established from the examination process for 12 months.

Important Notes

• A passing grade of 70.00 or higher is required on all parts of the screening process for placement on the ranked Civil Service eligible register.
• The examination process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants claiming veterans' preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214, or its equivalent or successor discharge paperwork, that characterizes his or her service as qualifying discharge as defined in RCW 73.04.005.
• Extensive background checks will be conducted.
• New hires begin employment at the first step of the salary range.
• This job classification is represented by the Snohomish County Construction Crafts Union.

Filing Opens: July 16, 2025

Filing Closes: August 8, 2025