Cranes & Rigging Inspector — Field Safety Leader

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Department of Buildings seeks an Inspector (Hoists and Rigging) to inspect cranes, derricks, and lifting gear for compliance with the NYC Construction Code and Department rules. The role includes responding to incidents, issuing violations, and testifying when required, with responsibilities spanning review of plans and field assessments.

Candidates must meet stringent minimum qualifications, including engineering credentials or licensed professional engineer status, plus

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in hoisting/rigging or related inspection fields.
• Alternative paths include degrees with required credits or certified engineers.
• Licensed professional engineer certification fulfills major qualification.
• Experience in crane operation, design, or field assessments is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspections of cranes, derricks, and hoist equipment.
• Respond to accidents and complaints for code compliance and safety.
• Inspect slings, ropes, cables, blocks, and related hardware.
• Issue violations, stop-work orders, and verify licenses onsite.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and testify when needed.
• Explain laws and train subordinates as required.
• Operate a motor vehicle as part of duties.

Skills

Cranes experience

Computer literacy

Education

Professional engineer license

Apprentice program in hoists & rigging

60 credits toward civil/mechanical engineering

Additional year of hoisting experience (Level II)

Supervisor experience (Level III)

Job description

The City of New York’s Department of Buildings seeks an Inspector (Hoists and Rigging) to inspect cranes, derricks, and lifting gear for compliance with the NYC Construction Code and Department rules. The role includes responding to incidents, issuing violations, and testifying when required, with responsibilities spanning review of plans and field assessments.

Candidates must meet stringent minimum qualifications, including engineering credentials or licensed professional engineer status, plus