Elevator Inspector (QEI) - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
About The Position
The Elevator Inspector conducts trade-specific inspections of elevators, escalators, mechanized walkways, and other lift machinery. The role verifies that equipment operation, construction, retrofit, repair, installation, and maintenance comply with applicable codes, drawings, plans, specifications, contract documents, jurisdictional requirements, and department policies. The position is based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and typically works in an industrial field environment with daily exposure to operating machinery; office time is limited. The inspector identifies equipment defects and faults and recommends or stipulates appropriate corrective measures. They interpret equipment plans and instructions, use standard testing devices and methods, coordinate inspection schedules with elevator service companies and technicians, and work cooperatively with property managers, service companies, and the public. All work must follow established safety practices and be completed without creating hazards to the employee or others.
Requirements
- Possess current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification, or have five years of elevator-industry experience performing elevator inspections, service, repairs, and/or testing of elevator systems.
- Engineering-discipline education may substitute for two years of field experience.
- 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 applied to elevators and similar controls.
- Demonstrated knowledge of construction stages when violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected.
- Knowledge of the American National Standard Safety Code for Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators and Moving Walks, as referenced and amended in the Construction Code, and applicable jurisdictional requirements.
- Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, and layouts, and to understand and draw inferences from written materials and code documents.
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer software applications such as MS Office, Excel, and Access.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Perform trade-specific code and/or quality-control inspections of elevator and lift equipment.
- Detect defects and faults in equipment installation, maintenance, or operation, and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures according to jurisdictional requirements.
- Read, interpret, and understand equipment operation and installation plans and instructions.
- Use standard testing devices and methods to verify that equipment operation meets established requirements.
- Apply applicable codes and 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.
- Follow established safety practices and complete work without hazards to self or others.
Benefits
- Attractive salary and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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