SKILLBRIDGE - Elevator Inspector - California

Bureau VeritasSan Diego, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is seeking eligible SERVICE MEMBERS (ALL RANKS) who are eligible for SkillBridge/CSP before exiting service to join our California inspection team. In this role, you'll conduct safety inspections of elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other conveyances across commercial, residential, and public facilities. You'll ensure compliance with California's Elevator Safety Orders and the ASME A17.1 family of standards, protecting public safety while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Requirements

  • Must hold or be eligible to obtain California Certified Elevator Inspector certification under Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 8, § 3003
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical or electrical fields at the journeyman level
  • Minimum 1 year of direct experience in the design, construction, installation, repair, or inspection of elevators
  • Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as applied to elevators and conveyances
  • Completion of at least 90 days of intensive elevator inspection training in California under direct supervision of a certified inspector (or willingness to complete prior to certification)
  • Strong understanding of ASME A17.1 and A17.2 standards and California Elevator Safety Orders/Ability to interpret written code documents and make sound technical inferences
  • Strong understanding of the California Regulations related to Conveyances
  • Good moral character and fitness for the position
  • Physically able to perform duties safely and efficiently (including climbing, bending, and working at heights)
  • Ability to work independently and make objective, consistent decisions
  • Strong communication skills and professional demeanor

Nice To Haves

  • Current California Certified Elevator Inspector certification
  • Prior experience with Bureau Veritas or similar inspection organizations
  • Familiarity with digital inspection reporting systems
  • Experience with multiple elevator types and manufacturers
  • College-level engineering education may substitute for non-elevator experience on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Periodic Safety Inspections: Perform thorough inspections of electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walks, and lifts in accordance with California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) regulations
  • Issue Permits to Operate: Evaluate compliance and issue Permits to Operate for conveyances meeting safety standards
  • Apply Code Standards: Objectively interpret and consistently apply ASME A17.1 standards, A17.2 Inspectors Manual, and California Elevator Safety Orders
  • Document Findings: Maintain detailed inspection records and communicate findings to facility owners and operators
  • Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all NEIS (National Elevator Inspection Service) safety policies and Bureau Veritas safety standards
  • Collaborate Professionally: Work cooperatively with building owners, maintenance staff, and the public
  • Continuous Learning: Stay current with code updates, standards changes, and inspection best practice

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Industry-leading safety training
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