Elevator & Vertical Transport Inspector (QEI-1)

GSA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

GSA seeks a Vertical Transportation Specialist Elevator Inspector to lead the VT program for federal tenants nationwide and provide direction to property and project managers. You will oversee inspections, testing and documentation to ensure safety and code compliance.

Responsibilities include managing maintenance contracts, reviewing contractor work, and recommending improvements based on equipment data and call reports. Qualified candidates must have QEI-1 certification and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating vertical transportation equipment for safety, maintenance and code compliance.
• Ability to manage and inspect maintenance contracts and evaluate contractor performance.
• Provide technical advice and develop specs for elevator design, modernization and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure VT inspection program complies with codes and agency policy.
• Witness and accept tests for elevators/escalators per ANSI/ASME A17.1 and code requirements.
• Provide oversight for maintenance contracts and analyze data to improve service quality.
• Act as liaison between agency and vertical transportation contractors for reviews and reports.
• Track VT equipment in electronic asset systems for zonal reporting.

Skills

Code compliance

Contract management

Technical guidance

Liaison with contractors

Education

QEI-1 certification

Tools

ASME A17.1 QEI-1

Asset management system

Job description

GSA seeks a Vertical Transportation Specialist Elevator Inspector to lead the VT program for federal tenants nationwide and provide direction to property and project managers. You will oversee inspections, testing and documentation to ensure safety and code compliance.

Responsibilities include managing maintenance contracts, reviewing contractor work, and recommending improvements based on equipment data and call reports. Qualified candidates must have QEI-1 certification and relevant experience.