Elevator , Amusement Safety Inspector

Agency Dept of Labor Division Standards, Inspections Division Job Classification Title Elevator Inspector (S) Position Number 65043157 Grade NC15 About Us The North Carolina Department of Labor is charged by statute with promoting the health, safety and general well‑being of the workers in the state. The laws and programs the Department administers affect every worker in the state. The Department is organized into three primary divisions which carry out the Department’s regulatory, enforcement and promotional programs, and the administrative operations. The three primary divisions have bureaus and offices under each, which carry out the specific and specialized portions of the NCDOL mission. The Department employs approximately 385 employees. To learn more about the NC Department of Labor, please visit Description of Work Elevator Inspector enforces provision of state and national safety codes for elevators, escalators, personnel hoists, amusement devices, tramway devices and related passenger‑carrying devices. The position has the condemnation authority of unsafe passenger‑carrying equipment and conducts investigations of accidents where unsafe equipment or operations were involved. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Elevator and Amusement Device Inspector Supervisor and reviewed through weekly reports, observation of inspections, and periodic conferences. Positions inspect a variety of equipment to determine its safe working condition and operation and to detect hazards or mechanical failures which would endanger passengers and repairmen. Positions consult with management and offer technical assistance concerning safety equipment and devices and methods of operation. Schedules and conducts final field inspections and issues a certificate prior to equipment being used for conveyance of passengers and periodic re‑inspections to determine that equipment is being safely maintained and conforms to standards of the safety codes. Types of equipment inspected include: passenger and freight elevators, wind turbine elevators, escalators, aerial passenger tramways, amusement devices, special related equipment, and workmen’s hoists. Inspects elevator hoist‑ways, passenger cars, machinery, moving parts and cables, safety devices and equipment, auxiliary power sources, electrical wiring, and hydraulic systems, where applicable, to determine compliance to design requirements and safety codes. Witnesses loading tests of passenger cars based on weight capacity to determine that the equipment is within the designed parameters. Points out unsafe equipment and recommends needed repairs or alterations to owners, operators, or company representatives. Observes operators of lifts and amusement devices for safe operating procedures; requires owner or his representative to replace incompetent or negligent employees. Examines blueprints and drawings of installations and equipment to determine compliance to approved construction standards and maintenance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to accurately and precisely inspect equipment with intricate and complex systems. Demonstrated working knowledge of the construction and operation of elevators, escalators and related equipment. Demonstrated working knowledge of all applicable state and national safety codes for elevators, escalators and related equipment as well as amusement devices. Demonstrated working knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems. The inspector must have the ability to be trained in using basic computer programs and simple word processing skills. Physical Requirements Maintain an extremely high level of visual attention and mental concentration while conducting an inspection. Work in extreme weather conditions outdoors such as high heat and humidity, cold and rainy weather, as well as high indoor temperatures in enclosed spaces. Move objects weighing 50 lbs. Walk long distances on uneven surfaces indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions. Work in restricted spaces with limited capacity that are not designed for continuous occupancy, e.g. an elevator pit. Ascend/descend a ladder or steps on a device. Work in an environment that may require 50‑100% daily activity levels (non‑stationary positions). Position self to inspect equipment to include bending, crawling, stooping, standing, lifting, and walking. Complete tasks in a potentially noisy environment. Certification Requirements All NC Department of Labor Elevator Inspectors are required to be certified as a Qualified or Certified Elevator Inspector (in accordance with ASME QEI‑1) from an organization granted accreditation under ISO/IEC 17024 by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) prior to conducting independent elevator inspections. The QEI certification requires a rigorous background check and examination process, and the inspector must continue to maintain these qualifications based on the ASME QEI‑1 Standard for Qualified Elevator Inspectors. If a candidate does not already have this certification when applying for a position with NCDOL, once hired, they will be given study time and two opportunities to take the QEI examination. NCDOL will pay for two examination fees. If an employee does not pass the QEI exam after two attempts, the employee will be separated from the agency. A candidate must read and sign an acknowledgement of this requirement during the interview process. Valid driver’s license is required. Minimum Education and Experience High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in the construction, inspection, erection, or servicing of elevators and related equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Requirement: Must obtain QEI (Quality Elevator Inspector) certification within one year of employment. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co