L&I Chief Elevator Inspector

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 91,896 - 134,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Infants at work

Retirement package

Job summary

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries seeks a Chief Elevator Inspector to lead the elevator program, enforce code compliance, and safeguard public safety statewide. You will oversee inspections, review drawings, and guide policy and strategic planning for elevating devices.

The role requires five years of supervisory experience, a QEI certification, AHJ inspection history, and a commitment to safety, training, and public service within a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Five years of supervisory or leadership experience managing an elevator program.
• Four years working as a journey-level mechanic in the elevator industry.
• Two years working for an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) inspecting elevators and other conveyances.
• Obtained a Qualified Elevator Inspector certification (QEI certified).
• Experience in reviewing mechanical, Electrical, architectural and elevator final layout drawings.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license and insurance if driving on state business.
• Ability to learn and grow.
• Ability to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of the citizens of the state of Washington through interpreting along with fair and equitable enforcement of the laws, rules, policies and procedures for the elevator industry.
• Ensure all conveyances are inspected annually and new and altered conveyances are inspected in compliance with proper code standards.
• Resolve technical problems which arise from the enforcement of the codes, policies, and procedures adopted by the department.
• Provide technical assistance to various stakeholders, including the legislature and L&I’s executive management through informed decision-making and effective implementation of regulatory requirements.
• Manage the Elevator Contractor and Elevator Mechanic license registration process and ensures all conveyance work is performed by persons who meet the minimum technical expertise requirements.
• Engage in long-term strategic planning for the program.
• And much more!

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Elevator mechanics experience

AHJ inspection experience

Drawing review

Problem-solving

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification

Job description

Description

Our Mission:

Keep Washington Safe and Working!

Our Values:

Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability

Candidate review will begin on August 12. It is in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.

The salary offer will be based on the candidate’s job-related skills, experience and training. The target pay range of consideration for this exempt position is typically $91,896- $134,784 annually. The full band pay range is $83,988- $149,724 annually.

Why work at L&I

L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health and security of Washington's workers. We strive to hire people with a wide variety of backgrounds in life and work experience. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

Work-life balance is a priority at L&I. We support a hybrid work model and will need to attend in-person activities, meetings or events. This position can be located in any of our L&I service locations statewide. Employees will be responsible for travel and expense from their residence to their assigned office and on their personal time.

We offer great benefits which include paid leave, tuition imbursement, infants at work, generous retirement package and much more. Select on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.

Job Highlights

The Chief Elevator Inspector for the Department of Labor & Industries is responsible and maintains the authority for making decisions, and judgments, and is accountable for public safety on all elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, belt manlifts, automobile parking elevators, moving walks, and other elevating devices moving people and materials in Washington State as identified in chapter 70.87 RCW and chapter 296-96 WAC. The position manages the program to ensure uniform enforcement of agency elevator statutes, rules, policies, and customer service requirements.

Duties

Some Of What You’ll Do

• Ensure the safety of the citizens of the state of Washington through interpreting along with fair and equitable enforcement of the laws, rules, policies and procedures for the elevator industry.
• Ensure all conveyances are inspected annually and new and altered conveyances are inspected incompliance with proper code standards.
• Resolve technical problems which arise from the enforcement of the codes, policies, and procedures adopted by the department.
• Provide technical assistance to various stakeholders, including the legislature and L&I’s executive management through informed decision-making and effective implementation of regulatory requirements.
• Manage the Elevator Contractor and Elevator Mechanic license registration process and ensures all conveyance work is performed by persons who meet the minimum technical expertise requirements.
• Engage in long-term strategic planning for the program.
• And much more!

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma.
• Five years of supervisory or leadership experience managing an elevator program.
• Four years working as a journey-level mechanic in the elevator industry.
• Two years working for an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) inspecting elevators and other conveyances.
• Obtained a Qualified Elevator Inspector certification (QEI certified)
• Experience in reviewing mechanical, Electrical, architectural and elevator final layout drawings.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Desired

• Supervisory skills of field elevator mechanics to ensure quality, accuracy, and accountability of work and workmanship.
• Experience as an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for compliance-based conveyance inspection program.
• Current office computer skills to include Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and the ability to learn several specialized agency software.
• Experience in customer service to include dealing with unhappy and belligerent persons.
• The Chief Elevator Inspector needs to demonstrate competence in the following areas:
  • Advanced principles of management;
  • Creative thinking and long-range strategic planning;
  • Program evaluation and performance audit principles;
  • Understanding the Legislative, Washington State Administrative Codes and budget development processes in accordance with Administrative Procedure Act and Office of Financial Management rules;
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion;
  • Expert technical knowledge of elevators and other conveyances;
  • Developing strategies, plans and create program policies that will provide the desired long-term effects for the program as well as its impact on the residents of the state of Washington;
  • Assessing and evaluating effectiveness of inspection programs by utilizing performance criteria and monitor statewide production activities;
  • Conducting strategic and long-range planning relative to complex technical and public safety issues;
  • Effectively analyze and communicate legislative impact, prepare bill analysis, testify before legislative committees and prepare fiscal note;
  • Coaching and mentoring professional staff;
  • Effectively communicating, both orally and in writing, and speak effectively to groups, provide effective briefing and presentations to management and program staff;
  • Effectively interpret and communicate technical codes;
  • Identify and resolve industry related/department problems and ensure compliance;
  • Interpreting, negotiating, and settle disputes for Legal/enforcement purposes; and
  • Effectively use interpersonal skills to educate and train a diverse workforce.

Background Check Notice

Prior to placement in a position at L&I, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. The results might not disqualify candidates. L&I understands some situations may require further explanation. In these situations, candidates will have the opportunity to talk with the L&I Assistant Director of the Office of Human Resources.

Other Information

• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• L&I complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers and Date of Birth. For further information, contact L&I’s Talent team .

For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Sally Elliott .

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