Senior Electrical Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $118,435.20 - $137,030.40 Annually
Location : Water Interstate Facility, 664 N Tillamook St, OR
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 2026-00623
Bureau: Portland Water Bureau
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position
Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work location: 664 N TILLAMOOK, PORTLAND OR 97227
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: DCTU-IBEW
To view current labor agreements, please visit .
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
The Portland Water Bureau (PWB) Engineering Construction Inspection section is recruiting for a full-time Senior Electrical Inspector. Senior Electrical Inspectors take primary responsibility for interpreting the electrical codes and standards and conducting inspections and the review plans for compliance with electrical codes. This position provides specialized lead direction to Inspectors and Trainees as formally assigned, including scheduling, coordinating, assigning, reviewing and overseeing the completion of a variety of work, and training and advising assigned staff on the solutions of technical problems. Additionally, Senior Electrical Inspectors inspect electrical installations for use of proper materials and compliance with electrical code requirements, and issue certificates of inspection and approval or correction notices. Computer record checks, researching applicable codes, checking electrical licenses and permits are also important components of this work. Senior Electrical Inspectors advise on electrical construction methods, code requirements, and permit procedures. Senior Electrical Inspectors ensure a positive customer experience and ensure that services are delivered in an equitable manner. A second language is preferred but not required. This position will also work with the Portland Water Bureau Operations group with supporting Electrical and operations
The current vacancy is in the Portland Water Bureau in the Engineering Construction Inspection group.
About the Water Bureau:
Sr Electrical Inspector will provide Inspection Support to PWB Operations, will conduct Inspections on PUMP STATIONS MCC, Will work with PWB Design Teams reviewing Electrical wiring diagrams, check to make sure the design meets Electrical code and standards. Must be able to do ARC Flash studies to verify the equipment is safe.
Questions?:
Terrol Johnson
Senior Recruiter
terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental question responses and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Knowledge of the National Electric Code and the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code;
2. Knowledge of the practices, materials, and tools used in making electrical installations;
3. Knowledge of proper inspection and plan review procedures in compliance with the Oregon Electrical Specialty code such as: Cite It/Write It Rules (OAR 918-098-1900);
4. Experience applying the principles and practices of effective leadership, providing lead direction to staff, including scheduling, assigning and reviewing the work of others;
5. Experience demonstrating techniques and providing training to others;
6. Experience writing documents and reports utilizing research and review of code documentation and references online and in computer databases.

Applicants must also possess at time of hire:

1. A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record; and
2. Oregon "A" Level Electrical Inspector Certification; and
3. Oregon Inspector Certification

If you have questions about the above required Oregon certifications, visit the State of Oregon Building Code Division Inspector Certifications Pathways or call (503) 378-4133 or email . The following is required to obtain a Electrical Inspector Certification (EI):
a. Two (2) years of experience as an Oregon Supervising Electrician; or
b. A degree in Electrical Engineering and three (3) years' experience in design, inspection or supervision of installations covered by the National Electrical Code or Oregon Electrical Specialty Code;
c. Equivalent experience and training approved by the Board.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between July 27, 2026, and August 17, 2026
Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Answers to Supplemental Questions

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date.
• Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
• To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.

Application Tips:

• Your answers to the Supplemental Questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflect your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your résumé should support the details described in your answers to the supplemental questions..
• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the , your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of August 17, 2026

• An evaluation of each applicant's training, paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their answers to supplemental questions and resume, weighted 100%.
• Your answers to the supplemental questions and résumé will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required before establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of August 24, 2026

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
• Please note that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
• Please note that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD
Step 6: Start Date:

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.
Additional Information
Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

• Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
• Carrot Fertility
• Wellness Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
• Family Medical Leave
• City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!
Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.
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Thank you for considering joining the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.
The following supplemental questions are an important step in the examination and selection process to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the posted vacancy.
A lack of a complete and thorough response to each of the supplemental questions in the space provided may result in disqualification from the examination. In addition, the selections you make and responses you provide in the questionnaire must accurately reflect what is documented in your resume.
Have you read and understood the information listed above?

• Yes
• No - If you have any questions, please contact the recruiter on the announcement.

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Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
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The City of Portland sometimes gets requests for public records. Please choose the response that best fits your preference:
(Your choice will not affect your application process.)

• I want my application to stay private. I understand that the City of Portland will keep my information confidential unless required to share it by law.
• I allow my application to be shared. I understand that by choosing this option, my information is no longer private.

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Do you possess knowledge of the National Electric Code and the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code?

• Yes
• No

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Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of the National Electric Code and the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code.
In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
• The impact and/or results of your experience.
• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

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Do you possess knowledge of the practices, materials, and tools used in making electrical installations?

• Yes
• No

07
Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of the practices, materials, and tools used in making electrical installations.
In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
• The impact and/or results of your experience.
• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
• Total years of experience applying the knowledge, skill, or ability.

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Do you possess knowledge of proper inspection and plan review procedures in compliance with the Oregon Electrical Specialty code such as: Cite It/Write It Rules (OAR 918-098-1900)?

• Yes
• No

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Provide a detailed example(s) of your knowledge of proper inspection and plan review procedures in compliance with the Oregon Electrical Specialty code such as: Cite It/Write It Rules (OAR 918-098-1900).
In your response, include details that clearly reflect how you meet this minimum qualification. Such as:

• Examples of when you used the knowledge skill or ability.
• Role you served in (professional, internship, volunteer).
• The impact and/or results of your experience.
• Skills, training, transferable skills or lived experience you have that will help you in this area.
• Total years of experience applying the k