Amusement Ride Inspector I

State of Maryland • Baltimore County, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for an Amusement Ride Inspector I position within the Division of Labor and Industry, Safety Inspection program. As a member of the DLI team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union. GRADE ASTD15 LOCATION OF POSITION 10946 Golden West Drive, Hunt Valley, MD 21031 Main Purpose of Job Ensure the safety of the general public by conducting inspections and investigations related to setup and operation of amusement attractions operating in Maryland. Inspections are conducted applying the Annotated Code of Maryland; COMAR regulations, referenced codes, standards and manufacturer’s specifications.

Requirements

• Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience : Two years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, adjustment or inspection of amusement attractions, vertical, inclined and stairway chair lifts, personnel hoists, and related devices.
• Candidates may substitute additional experience performing safety inspections of amusement attractions and related devices for a federal, state or local regulatory inspection program or private entity performing similar work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
• Candidates may substitute a minimum of five years of experience performing mechanical work for the education and experience requirements, provided they have knowledge and have provided work with: gears, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics; electrical systems, wiring, and controls; braking systems, speed controls, and emergency stop mechanisms. Additionally, familiarity with tools such as calipers, torque wrenches, and ultrasonic testing equipment, as well as visual and non-destructive testing methods, is required.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance classifications or General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement and Compliance specialty codes in the Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties may be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Employees in this classification must obtain and maintain Level I certification from the National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials or equivalent through an accredited engineering or technical certification program before progressing to the Amusement Ride Inspector II level.
• Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
• All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud.
• Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience applying safety regulations, industry standards, and manufacturer specifications to identify hazards and assess compliance.
• Experience preparing clear, detailed inspection or investigative reports and communicating findings to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Training on amusement attractions at various locations throughout the State for compliance with applicable Laws, Regulations and Manufacturer’s specifications.
• Working with amusement attraction owners to ensure proper setup of rides. Also perform strip-downs, annual, and setup inspections.
• Prepare and submit the required inspection activity reports on a timely basis (dictated by policy) which includes but not limited to: Daily Activity, Inspection Checklist, Safety Order Forms, Expenses, State Vehicle Fleet Sheet. Data collected and information contained in these reports will be used in preparing the quarterly and annual departmental reports.
• Maintain state issued equipment which includes but not limited to: vehicles, test equipment, personal protective equipment, cameras and video equipment, reference manuals, etc.
• Maintain or assist in maintaining a library of applicable manuals, codes, standards and regulations. This library is located at the main office, with copies provided for each inspector.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Paid holidays 12-13 per year
• Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)
• State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)
• Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)
• Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services
• Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare
• State Employees Credit Union

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED