Elevator Inspector Trainee — Safety & Compliance (PA)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Elevator Inspector Trainee to learn to inspect elevators and lifting devices for compliance with safety laws and standards. You will assist in safety inspections, observe elevator systems, review plans, and help with investigations and reports.

The role requires one year of relevant experience and a valid PA driver’s license, with the position home headquartered in Pennsylvania and a clear path to certification within the

Qualifications

• One year of experience with elevators or other lifting devices.

Responsibilities

• Safety Inspection: Assist in checking elevators and lifting devices to confirm proper load design and functioning safety systems
• Equipment Observation: Observe and operate cars, controls, hoist ways, guide rails, doors, wiring, hydraulics, and machinery for safety standards compliance
• 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 authorized inspectors
• Report Preparation: Help prepare detailed inspection and investigation summaries for review

Skills

Elevator inspection experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Uniform Construction Code (UCC) Elevator Inspector Trainee to learn to inspect elevators and lifting devices for compliance with safety laws and standards. You will assist in safety inspections, observe elevator systems, review plans, and help with investigations and reports.

The role requires one year of relevant experience and a valid PA driver’s license, with the position home headquartered in Pennsylvania and a clear path to certification within the