Safety Inspector

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Agriculture, Amusement Ride Division, seeks a Safety Inspector. You will travel to parks, fairs, and events across the state to verify rides meet safety standards and support public safety with on-site inspections and documentation review.

This full-time role is home headquartered in PA with travel, work hours 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Monday–Friday, and a starting salary between $53,008 and $80,646 annually.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Safety Inspector Trainee program or equivalent.
• One year of experience inspecting buildings, structures, machines or equipment for safety compliance.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• On-site Inspections: Conduct unannounced ride inspections to verify work by certified inspectors.
• Safety Reviews: Examine installation, structure integrity, vehicle conditions and electrical safety per ASTM standards.
• Document Verification: Review forms, itineraries, and insurance information; list corrections.
• Rule Explanation: Interpret and explain rules, regulations, and procedures to staff and the public.
• Accident Investigation: Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports.
• Firework Assistance: Support inspections of retail firework sites with the Amusement Ride Safety Chief.

Job description

Salary: $53,008.00 - $80,646.00 Annually

*Home Headquartered, PA

Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number: N-2026-57729

Department: Department of Agriculture

Division: AG Amuse Ride Div

Opening Date: 09/15/2026

Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 71070

Position Number: 50303803

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: G1

Pay Group: ST06

Bureau / Division Code: 00043430

Bureau / Division: Amusement Ride Division

Worksite Address: Home Headquartered

Contact Name: Rachel Beam

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you searching for an exciting career where you can help keep amusement rides safe for park enthusiasts across Pennsylvania? The Safety Inspector position with the Department of Agriculture offers the chance to ensure that amusement attractions throughout the Commonwealth are safe and secure for those who visit. In this role, you will travel to various parks, fairs, and events to help assure that rides meet safety standards. Your dedicated work will help protect patrons and strengthen public confidence in these attractions.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on inspecting amusement rides and reviewing documentation to ensure for safe operation across parks, fairs, and similar attractions. The role supports public safety through quality assurance, communication with operators, and careful evaluation of ride conditions. As a Safety Inspector, you will perform the following duties:

• On-site Inspections: Conduct unannounced ride inspections to verify the accuracy of work done by certified owner-employed inspectors
• Safety Reviews: Examine ride installation, structure integrity, vehicle conditions, electrical safety, and overall operation in line with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards
• Document Verification: Review required forms, itineraries, insurance information, and issue reports that list any inaccuracies and needed corrections
• Rule Explanation: Interpret and explain rules, regulations, and procedures to industry staff and the public
• Accident Investigation: Investigate incidents, determine causes, and prepare detailed reports
• Firework Assistance: Support the Amusement Ride Safety Chief with inspections of retail firework sites

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position will be home headquartered within the following counties: Dauphin, Perry, Lebanon, and Berks. You will be expected to travel in the field for this position.
• This position is home headquartered. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Safety Inspector Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) program; or
• One year of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare or other buildings or structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Post Employment Requirement:

• You must obtain a Class 2 Pennsylvania Amusement Ride Inspector Certification within 30 days of employment which must be maintained throughout employment.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Professional electrical/mechanical training or experience with amusement rides or attractions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.