Elevator Inspector (QEI) - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Benelux•Harrisburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elevator Inspector conducts trade-specific inspections of elevators, escalators, mechanized walkways, and other lift machinery. The inspector verifies that operation, construction, retrofit, and repair work complies with applicable codes, drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents. The position is based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and typically works in an industrial field environment with daily exposure to operating machinery and limited office time. The role requires identifying equipment defects and faults, recommending or stipulating remedial measures under jurisdictional requirements, interpreting plans and instructions, and using standard testing devices and methods. The inspector coordinates schedules with elevator service companies and technicians, works cooperatively with property managers, service companies, and the public, and follows established safety practices. Candidates must hold current QEI certification or meet the stated elevator-industry experience alternative.

Requirements

Possess current QEI (Qualified Elevator Inspector) certification, or have five years of elevator-industry experience performing inspections, service, repairs, and/or testing of elevator systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of methods and practices for installing, repairing, and maintaining electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, and moving walks.
Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as they apply to elevators and similar controls.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction stages when violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected.
Demonstrated knowledge of the application of the American National Standard Safety Code for Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators and Moving Walks, as referenced and amended in the Construction Code, and of jurisdictional requirements.
Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, and layouts, and to comprehend and make inferences from written materials and code documents.
Demonstrated knowledge of computer software applications such as MS Office, Excel, and Access.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Education in an engineering discipline may substitute for two years of field experience.

Responsibilities

Perform trade-specific code and/or quality-control inspections of elevator and lift equipment.
Detect possible defects and faults in equipment installation, maintenance, or operation, and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures according to jurisdictional requirements.
Read, interpret, and comprehend equipment operation and installation plans and instructions.
Use standard testing devices and methods to verify equipment operation against established requirements.
Apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with state, local, and national regulations and department policies.
Coordinate work schedules with elevator service companies and technicians to support operational efficiency.
Work cooperatively with property managers, service companies, and the general public.
Conduct work in accordance with established safety practices and ensure it is completed without hazard to self or others.