Elevator Safety & Compliance Inspector

State of Nevada (NV); Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada (NV) Department of Business & Industry, Division of Industrial Relations, Mechanical Compliance Section is seeking a Safety Specialist, Elevator in Reno or Las Vegas to promote safety and inspect elevators and related equipment for compliance.

Incumbents report to the Elevator Safety Supervisor and prepare detailed reports, interviews, and findings. Travel by state vehicle may be required, and shifts can include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, occupational safety and health, law enforcement, fire science, construction management, or related field, or equivalent combination.
• Associate's degree plus one year of related experience or two years of related Nevada state service experience.
• Ability to perform inspections and prepare written reports using applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled inspections of elevators, escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters, and related equipment to ensure safety standards.
• Investigate accidents and complaints, interview witnesses, inspect equipment, determine cause, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports; issue notices of violations with time for abatement and, if appropriate, citations and fines.
• Provide technical assistance to designers, constructors, architects, owners, and service/repair organizations regarding code requirements and equipment operation.
• Assist in scheduling and conducting conferences with company management and operate under supervision.

Skills

Investigative interviewing

Safety inspections

Report writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/occupational safety fields

Associate's degree + 1 year related experience

High school diploma + 2 years related experience

Nevada state service equivalence (specific roles)

Job description

The State of Nevada (NV) Department of Business & Industry, Division of Industrial Relations, Mechanical Compliance Section is seeking a Safety Specialist, Elevator in Reno or Las Vegas to promote safety and inspect elevators and related equipment for compliance.

Incumbents report to the Elevator Safety Supervisor and prepare detailed reports, interviews, and findings. Travel by state vehicle may be required, and shifts can include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.