Elevator Inspector- Alabama

Job description

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City:Birmingham

State:Alabama

Job Description:

Detect possible defects and faults in equipment installations or operation and recommend or stipulate appropriate remedial measures
Accurately read and comprehend construction plans
Objectively interpret and consistently apply code requirements and related standards in accordance with department policies
Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation which takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting
Work cooperatively with the general public
Measure distance using a tape measure
Use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings and layouts
Comprehend and make inferences from written materials and code documents
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
The Rules 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 A17.2 Inspectors Manual.

Job Requirements:

Must have a minimum of five years experience in the elevator trade or industry
A degree in the engineering field
3 years experience as an elevator inspector or mechanic
Certified Q.E.I. inspector with current license
Required Continuing Education and Examinations:
Licensed elevator inspectors must pass a written and practical exam administered by NAESA or another nationally recognized entity.
QEI certification can be maintained by licensed inspector by attending one function through NAESA (usually a 16 hour class) annually, by paying the renewal fee and passing a written test. To renew certification, a copy of current card from NAESA must be submitted.

Additional Requirements:

Walk, bend or stoop repeatedly or continually and work in small areas
Lift arms above shoulder level while measuring or performing inspections
Ascend and descend ladders or stairs and work at heights greater than 10 feet
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others
Use standard testing devices and methods to detect possible defects in equipment or installations
Ride on top of elevator cars to perform shaft way and equipment inspections

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