Elevator Inspector

City of Miami • City of Miami, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is advanced technical work in the inspection of elevators and similar equipment for compliance with the South Florida Building Code and other applicable codes, standards and regulations pertaining to mechanical systems, and fire safety. Work involves the inspecting of elevators, escalators and other mechanical or land lifts in order to determine their conformity with approved plans to legally established requirements. Supervision is received from the Chief Elevator Inspector, or designee, who assists in interpretations of law, discussion of difficult problems, and reviewing of work reports and reports of violations. Assists in the resolution of complex technical problems, assisting contractors and the public with a variety of issues and questions, and reviewing field inspection reports and related documents. Conducts accident investigations and testifies at hearings and depositions and in court as required.

Requirements

• Must be a current State of Florida Certified Elevator Inspector with a valid Elevator Certificate of Competency as per Florida Statute Chapter 399.
• A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application, however prior to appointment a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented to the Department of Human Resources.
• All certifications and licenses must be maintained current and valid throughout employment in the classification.
• In accordance with Florida State Statute 399.01 and the Department of Business and Professional Regulations effective January 1, 2002, it is required that elevator inspectors in the State of Florida be in possession of a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) credential as prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
• Florida Certified Elevator Inspector with a valid Elevator Certificate of Competency as per Florida Statute Chapter 399 and Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) credential as prescribed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
• A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E).

Responsibilities

• Inspects elevators, escalators, and other lifts by examining cables, safety devices, safety electrical contacts in connection with safety interlocks, cable shackles and their connections and overhead construction.
• Reviews and processes plans and specifications submitted for permits; checks for compliance with existing codes and standards; provides list of discrepancies with applicable code section references on disapproved plans.
• Supervises the conduct of permit inspections of elevators for construction use only, alteration and repair permit inspections.
• Maintains files containing annual safety test dates, five year full load safety tests; inspection reports, inspection schedules, and changes in ownership, management, billing addresses and alterations to equipment.
• Interprets code to contractors, builders and owners in regards to violations and methods for correction.
• Performs joint inspections and follows up on complaints.
• Completes required forms and inspections reports.
• Secures evidence in cases of violation and when necessary, may aid in prosecution of violators.
• Performs other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed