In-House Inspector

City of New York • Bronx, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) is seeking an In-House Inspector, CS - Administrative Inspector (Buildings) to join the Elevator Operations Unit within the Construction & Technical Services (CTS) division. CTS comprises a team of architects, engineers, elevator mechanics, and project/property managers responsible for the rehabilitation, renovation, and maintenance of City-owned properties. The Elevator Operations team specifically manages the maintenance and repair of elevators, escalators, and ADA lifts in DCAS-owned and managed buildings. This role involves ensuring equipment safety, compliance with NYC Codes and industry standards, and the clearance of violations issued by the NYC Department of Buildings. The team also prepares job specifications and supports modernization projects. This position will play a crucial role in overseeing conveyance equipment, managing contracts, conducting inspections, and supporting capital improvements.

Requirements

• Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience working at a construction trade or working as an inspector of construction, hoists and rigging, plumbing, boilers, or elevators; at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity.
• At least two years of experience, as described above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity, and a license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the education law.
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.
• All candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as described in the first point, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity.
• One year of experience will be credited for each year of apprenticeship in the construction trades or building inspection up to a maximum of three years of the general experience.
• Education towards a degree in architecture, architectural technology, construction management, engineering, engineering technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university will be credited on the basis of 30 credits for one year of experience, up to a maximum of four years of the general experience.
• One year of experience will be credited for each year of formal training or education in a field of study relevant to the construction trades up to a maximum of two years of the general experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Department of Buildings and ECB conveyance equipment violations as needed for Elevator Operations Unit.
• Track and maintain records of Local Law 10/81 for mandated tests and inspections.
• Manage and oversee an emergency conveyance equipment contract to handle repairs and troubleshoot equipment as necessary to assure equipment safety.
• Conduct yearly test of all elevators and escalators; oversee elevator inspections for Cat 1 and Cat 5; clear all ECB and PVT violations.
• Provide support on Capital equipment improvements or new installations.
• Provide and certify inspections on new conveyance equipment installation.

What This Job Offers

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