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AMHERST PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary: Performs a variety of routine and complex technical duties in inspection of buildings to ensure compliance with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts electrical codes and other related laws, codes and regulations or the safety of the public. Minimum Qualifications: Must possess knowledge of operations, services and activities of a comprehensive electrical inspection program, occupational hazards and standard safety practices, accepted methods of building construction for commercial and residential buildings, and pertinent Federal, State and local laws and regulations, including the Massachusetts Electrical Code. Must have the ability to interpret, explain and enforce Town policies and procedures related to electrical construction standards, interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State and local laws, and electrical codes and regulations, read and understand complex building plans and specifications, apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to determine compliance with plans, codes, regulations, and standard construction practices, prepare clear and concise written reports, communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and maintain effective working relationships. Special Requirements: Must possess, or have the ability to obtain a valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts Driver\'s License plus a valid Massachusetts Journeyman Electricians License. Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and permitting software; general office equipment; motor vehicle; portable radio; phone; ladder or scaffolding; tape measure. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in office settings with outdoor work required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field. The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community, and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability. All are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO. Background Check All candidates that are offered a position with the Town must successfully complete a background investigation, which may include a pre-employment physical, pre-placement drug test, CORI and SORI checks.