Certification Inspector

About the role

The Department of Vertical Transportation at Lerch Bates is seeking a Certified Elevator Inspector to join our experienced team. This role involves inspecting elevators, escalators, and related systems to ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards. The position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe operation of vertical transportation equipment for building owners, contractors, property managers, and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of new and existing elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other lifting equipment in various buildings.
• Evaluate equipment and installations for compliance with applicable building codes, elevator safety codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Determine compliance or non-compliance with applicable standards and document findings accordingly.
• Verify that inspections are performed in accordance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and applicable certification standards.
• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions and code compliance.
• Investigate potential code violations, safety concerns, and equipment deficiencies.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and timely inspection reports for clients, building owners, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain inspection records and submit required documentation by established deadlines.
• Ensure all reports meet Lerch Bates quality standards and regulatory expectations.
• Interpret and explain applicable codes, regulations, standards, and inspection requirements to clients, contractors, property owners, architects, building management personnel, and code authorities.
• Serve as a trusted technical resource during inspections and certification activities.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout the inspection process.
• Support positive client relationships through responsive service and technical expertise.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification required.
• New York City Department of Buildings Elevator Agency Inspector or Director License required.
• New York State Department of Labor Elevator Inspector License required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• 10+ years of elevator industry experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting inspections, maintenance evaluations, audits, field supervision, or related activities preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of ASME elevator codes, industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements.
• Strong understanding of elevator, escalator, and vertical transportation systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, code officials, and building stakeholders.
• Ability to travel throughout the region on a regular basis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any additional jurisdictional certifications or licenses required to perform inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification required.
• New York City Department of Buildings Elevator Agency Inspector or Director License required.
• New York State Department of Labor Elevator Inspector License required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• 10+ years of elevator industry experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting inspections, maintenance evaluations, audits, field supervision, or related activities preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of ASME elevator codes, industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements.
• Strong understanding of elevator, escalator, and vertical transportation systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, code officials, and building stakeholders.
• Ability to travel throughout the region on a regular basis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any additional jurisdictional certifications or licenses required to perform inspections.

Skills

• ASME elevator codes, industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of elevator, escalator, and vertical transportation systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, code officials, and building stakeholders.

Benefits

Lerch Bates offers competitive base salary of $65 - $5 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and location. Annual performance-based bonus opportunity, with target incentive levels varying by position and based on individual and company performance. Eligible employees receive company-funded ESOP shares at no cost to them as part of their long-term retirement benefits. Employee-owners share in the company's success as Lerch Bates grows. The ESOP becomes one of the most valuable financial benefits of their career by helping build meaningful long-term wealth in addition to their salary and traditional 401(k).

Pay

Competitive base salary of $65 - $5 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Schedule

This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and navigating active construction sites and existing buildings. Employees may be required to work at heights, access elevator machine rooms, elevator pits, hoistways, rooftops, and other confined spaces while wearing appropriate PPE. The position may require lifting or carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Travel by automobile and occasional air travel may be required.