UCC Elevator Inspector Trainee

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • *Home Headquartered, PA

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is seeking a career-oriented trainee to learn the specialized technical trade of inspecting elevators and other lifting devices. The role supports public safety by helping ensure equipment complies with applicable laws, regulations, and standards. Duties include assisting with inspections, reviewing new installations and major repairs, evaluating equipment conditions, supporting accident investigations, and preparing inspection and investigation summaries for review.

This is a full-time, home-headquartered position. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. The employee must work from an approved location within Pennsylvania and have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. The selected candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to Centre County by the end of the probationary period; relocation expenses will not be paid.

Requirements

• One year of experience in the construction, inspection, installation, maintenance, repair, or design of elevators, passenger ropeways, or other lifting devices, electronic equipment, electrical systems, heavy machinery, motors, engines, drives, or hydraulic systems.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Obtain a valid Elevator Inspector certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry within the probationary period.
• Live in or be willing to relocate to Centre County by the end of the probationary period; relocation expenses will not be paid.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspecting elevators and lifting devices to confirm proper load design and functioning safety systems.
• Observe and operate cars, controls, hoist ways, guide rails, doors, wiring, hydraulics, and machinery to assess compliance with safety standards.
• Review new installations and major repairs for compliance with approved plans.
• Assess whether unsafe equipment may remain in use or must be sealed out of service.
• Support inquiries into elevator accidents and serious issues referred by authorized inspectors.
• Help prepare detailed inspection and investigation summaries for review.

What This Job Offers

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