Elevator Inspector- DC, VA, MD

About the role

Conducts trade-specific inspections on elevators, escalators, mechanized walkways, and other lift machinery to verify that operation, construction, retrofit, or repair work in the field complies with applicable code requirements, drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Performs trade-specific code and/or Quality Control inspections on various phases/aspects of elevator/lift equipment.
• Detects possible defects and faults in equipment installations, maintenance, or operation and recommends or stipulates appropriate remedial measures per jurisdictional requirements.
• Accurately reads, interprets, and comprehends equipment operation and installation plans and instructions.
• Utilizes standard testing devices and methods to ensure equipment operation meets established requirements.
• Consistently applies code requirements and related standards in accordance with state, local, and national regulations and department policies.
• Coordinates work schedules with elevator service companies/technicians to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
• Works cooperatively with property managers, service companies, and the general public.
• Conducts all work operations in accordance with established safety practices, ensuring work is completed without hazard to self or others.

Requirements

• Current QEI (Qualified Elevator Inspector) certification OR five years’ experience in the elevator industry performing elevator inspections, service, repairs, and/or testing of elevator systems.
• Education in the engineering discipline may substitute for two years of field experience.

Qualifications

Demonstrated Knowledge Of:

• Methods and practices involved in installing, repairing, and maintaining electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, and moving walks.
• Fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as they apply to elevators and similar controls.
• Stages of construction when possible violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected.
• Application of the American National Standard Safety Code for Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks as referenced and amended in the Construction Code, as well as jurisdictional requirements.
• Use of graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, and layouts, and ability to comprehend and make inferences from written materials and code documents.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of computer software applications such as MS Office, Excel, and Access.

Work Environment

This position typically works in an industrial field environment, with daily exposure to operating machinery. Office time is limited.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.