Elevator Inspector Trainee — Public Safety (PA)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Blair or Cambria County seeks a Uniform Construction Code Elevator Inspector Trainee to learn elevator and lifting device inspections, ensuring compliance with safety laws and standards.

You will assist with safety inspections, observe equipment, review installations, and help prepare inspection summaries while pursuing required certifications. This is a full-time role with standard hours and a path to certification through the Department of Labor & Industry.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in elevator or lifting device inspection/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Safety Inspection: assist in checking elevators and lifting devices for proper load design and functioning safety systems.
• Equipment Observation: observe and operate cars, controls, hoist ways, guide rails, doors, wiring, hydraulics, and machinery to meet safety standards.
• Plan Compliance: review new installations or major repairs to ensure work follows approved plans.
• Condition Evaluation: assess situations to determine whether unsafe equipment may remain in use or must be sealed out of service.
• Accident Investigation: support inquiries into elevator accidents and serious issues referred by inspectors.
• Report Preparation: help prepare detailed inspection and investigation summaries for review.

Skills

Elevator experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Blair or Cambria County seeks a Uniform Construction Code Elevator Inspector Trainee to learn elevator and lifting device inspections, ensuring compliance with safety laws and standards.

You will assist with safety inspections, observe equipment, review installations, and help prepare inspection summaries while pursuing required certifications. This is a full-time role with standard hours and a path to certification through the Department of Labor & Industry.