Elevator Inspector - Arkansas

ATIS Elevator Inspections, LLC

123d

About The Position

The Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) performs detailed inspections of new and existing conveyance systems—including elevators, escalators, moving walks, vertical platform lifts, stairway chairlifts, and dumbwaiters—to determine compliance with applicable federal, state, and local building and safety codes, ASME standards, and jurisdictional requirements. The role conducts acceptance, annual, periodic, alteration, repair, special, and follow-up inspections; reviews testing procedures; witnesses required safety tests; and verifies that installations and modifications meet approved plans and current code standards.

The inspector identifies code violations, unsafe conditions, and operational deficiencies; investigates complaints and incidents; documents findings; recommends corrective measures; and verifies that issues are resolved. The QEI prepares accurate, complete, and timely inspection records and reports for authorities having jurisdiction, property owners, and internal teams. The role also interprets codes and communicates requirements, findings, and corrective actions to contractors, mechanics, property owners, design professionals, clients, and the public.

The position supports inspection schedules, territory coverage, operational effectiveness, and the company’s safety and compliance objectives. It requires professional judgment, integrity, technical knowledge, and customer-service skills. Work may occur outside standard business hours—including early mornings, evenings, or weekends—to meet client schedules, inspection deadlines, emergency response needs, or jurisdictional requirements. The role is eligible for overtime compensation under company policy, applicable labor regulations, and client contract terms. Travel to client sites is required as needed.

Requirements

• Current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification issued by NAESA International, QEITF, or NAEC.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all state and local AHJ licenses, badges, and certifications required for the assigned territory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of elevator and conveyance industry principles, practices, materials, equipment, and inspection procedures.
• Strong understanding of applicable ASME codes, local ordinances, and regulatory requirements governing elevator inspections.
• Ability to interpret and adhere to the code of ethics and professional standards established by the applicable certifying organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical and code-related matters clearly.
• Proficiency using laptops or tablet devices to complete inspection reports, document violations, update regulatory portals, and reference codes and standards.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with clients, contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision; demonstrate dependability, teamwork, listening, time management, negotiation, initiative, flexibility, and client focus.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including standing, walking, handling or feeling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to work in varied field environments, including noisy areas, near moving or mechanical parts, at heights, and in tight, dirty, dusty, or cluttered spaces.
• Ability to travel to and from job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect elevators, escalators, moving walks, vertical platform lifts, stairway chairlifts, and dumbwaiters for compliance with applicable codes and requirements.
• Conduct acceptance, annual, periodic, alteration, repair, and special inspections in accordance with ASME standards and jurisdictional requirements.
• Identify violations, deficiencies, and unsafe conditions, and document findings, required corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Prepare and submit complete, timely inspection reports to the Authority Having Jurisdiction, property owners, and the appropriate internal office.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards to make consistent, defensible compliance determinations.
• Communicate inspection findings, code requirements, and corrective actions professionally to owners, contractors, mechanics, and other stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and clarification on code-related issues to contractor field personnel and clients.
• Enforce adopted codes consistently while upholding company standards of integrity, professionalism, and public safety.
• Stay current on code updates, regulatory changes, and industry best practices affecting conveyance systems and inspections.
• Complete required continuing education and maintain an active QEI certification and any required state or local licenses.
• Assist with additional inspections and territory coverage as workload demands.
• Represent company services professionally in the field and identify opportunities to expand client relationships where appropriate.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with company policy, applicable labor regulations, and client contract terms.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What This Job Offers

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