Elevator Inspector II - Planning and Development

The City of Phoenix, with over 14,000 employees across 41 departments, offers opportunities for career growth and advancement in public service. The Planning and Development Department (PDD) guides the city's physical development through historic preservation, planning, and ensuring safe construction. PDD has one vacancy for an Elevator Inspector II.

About the role

Elevator Inspectors II inspect and evaluate new installations of electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, moving walks, and similar equipment, as well as reinspect existing equipment for compliance with approved plans, City Construction Code, and related requirements. They order compliance when violations are discovered. Employees work independently in the field, making decisions requiring technical discretion, sound judgment, and familiarity with installation and repair problems. This role involves inspecting more complex projects compared to an Elevator Inspector I and is performed under general supervision.

Ideal Candidate

• Knowledge of fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as they apply to elevator and similar controls.
• Ability to objectively interpret and consistently apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with department policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate new installations of elevators, escalators, moving walks, and similar equipment.
• Reinspect existing equipment for compliance with approved plans and City Construction Code.
• Order compliance when violations are discovered.
• Make decisions requiring technical discretion and sound judgment in the field.

Requirements

• Two years of experience inspecting and evaluating new and existing elevators, escalators, moving walks, and similar equipment for compliance with approved plans, Phoenix Construction Code, and related requirements.
• OR two years at the level of Elevator Inspector I.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver’s license, and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in the installation, repair, or maintenance of elevators, escalators, or similar conveyances.
• Experience detecting possible defects and faults in equipment installations or operation and recommending or stipulating appropriate remedial measures.
• Experience reading and comprehending construction plans.
• Certified as a QEI Elevator Inspector.

Pay

Pay Range: $35.78 to $47.95 per hour. Hiring Range: $35.78 to $41.42 per hour. The actual salary offer will consider factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans, with a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Employer-paid long-term disability.
• Free bus/light rail pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
• Paid time off including 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick and personal leave days.
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.