QEI (Elevator Inspector)- Portland, ME

Bureau Veritas • Portland, ME

84d • $30 - $32

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, offering dynamic employment opportunities with an attractive salary and benefits package. The QEI Elevator Inspector position involves conducting a range of trade-specific inspections on elevators, escalators, mechanized walkways, and other lift machinery, ensuring compliance with applicable code requirements, drawings, plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Requirements

• Possession of current QEI (Qualified Elevator Inspector).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the methods and practices involved in installing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, and moving walks.
• Fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as they apply to elevators and similar controls.
• Stages of construction when possible violations and defects may most easily be observed and corrected.
• Application of the American National Standard Safety Code for Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, and Moving Walks as referenced and amended in the Construction Code, as well as jurisdictional requirements.
• Ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, and layouts, and comprehend and make inferences from written materials and code documents.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of computer software applications such as MS Office, Excel, Access.

Responsibilities

• Performs trade specific code and/or Quality Control inspections on various phases/aspects of elevator/lift equipment.
• Detect possible defects and faults in equipment installations, maintenance, or operation and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures per Jurisdictional requirements.
• Accurately reads, interprets, and comprehends equipment operation and installation plans and instructions.
• Utilizes standard testing devices and methods to ensure equipment operation meets established requirements.
• Consistently applies code requirements and related standards in accordance with state, local, and national regulations and department policies.
• Effectively coordinates work schedules with elevator service companies/technicians to ensure maximum operational efficiency.
• Works cooperatively with property managers, service companies, and the general public.
• Conducts all work operations in accordance with established safety practices, ensuring all work is completed without hazard to self or others.

Benefits

• Attractive salary/benefit package.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

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