SUPERVISING ELEVATOR INSPECTOR-DOWNTOWN, OAHU

State of Hawai'i; Hawaii; On-site; USD 113,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Hawai'i seeks a Supervisory Elevator Inspector to oversee a team, plan and direct inspections, and resolve complex field issues related to elevators and related equipment. You will supervise inspectors, review reports, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires extensive knowledge of elevator safety codes, ASME/ANSI standards, and strong supervisory abilities; a QEI certification is required within six months of hire, with additional training and consolidation of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of English, mathematics, basic electrical/electronic principles and basic mechanical principles.
• Ability to read diagrams and electrical/mechanical drawings; prepare simple reports.
• Experience requirements include supervisory aptitude and elevator inspection background.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign and evaluate the work of elevator inspectors.
• Review inspectors’ reports for completeness and adequacy; approve actions.
• Conduct field checks of inspections for compliance with guidelines and standards.
• Prepare or revise safety rules and participate in training sessions.

Skills

Supervisory aptitude

Reading & comprehension

Safety awareness

Education

Two years of college coursework in mechanical/electrical engineering

NAESA/ASME certification recognition

Tools

QEI certification (ASME accredited)

Job description

Recruitment Number DLIR-2023-084 Position is full-time and located in Downtown Honolulu, Oahu.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 10 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.

Salary: $ 10,102 to $11,314 monthly (SR-23, Step C to M, Salary includes Shortage Category Differential)

Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Serves as supervisor over a group of Elevator Inspectors. Plans, organizes, directs, reviews and approves the recommendations of others engaged in inspection and accident investigation activities relating to elevators and kindred equipment. Actively participates in resolving difficult field problems regarding cases of a controversial nature.

Examples of Duties: (Positions may not be assigned all of the duties listed, nor do the examples necessarily include all of the duties that may be assigned. This does not preclude the assignment of duties which are not listed.)

1. Schedule, assign, direct and evaluate the work of elevator inspectors
2. Assess the ongoing training and staff development needs of subordinates and provide appropriate training as required.
3. Review inspectors’ reports for completeness and adequacy; approve recommendations for action.
4. Conduct field checks of inspections made by subordinate inspectors for compliance with operating guidelines and standards.
5. Resolve disputes between subordinate inspectors and building manager/owners or their representatives when controversial or unprecedented decisions are involved.
6. Assist in preparing or revising safety rules and standards.
7. Conduct training sessions to update staff on recent changes in technology, safety codes, inspection techniques and any other standards and/or requirements pertinent to the equipment inspected. Participate in community and public relations programs to increase awareness and disseminate information on safety and accident prevention.
8. Keep abreast of technological, electronic, materials or other changes in the elevator industry and maintain knowledge of current local administrative or operating procedures by attending workshops, reading current literature; consulting with code developing organizations and elevator industry specialists.
9. Maintain and monitor expenditure records and participate in the preparation of budget estimates and expenditure plans for the program.
10. Interview applicants for vacancies in the program and recommend selection; approve employee leave requests; counsel employees and take appropriate disciplinary action as necessary.
11. Conduct and participate in elevator inspections and accident investigations as necessary.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Legal Authorization to Work:

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. Note: Your calculation of experience must be based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example: Twelve (12) months of experience at 20 hours/week is equivalent to six (6) months of experience, not one (1) year. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be credited. Example: Twelve (12) months of experience at 60 hours/week is equivalent to one (1) year of experience, not one and a half (1 ½) years.

PREREQUISITE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of English; mathematics; basic electrical, electronic and circuit construction principles (e.g., voltage, current and resistance, series and parallel circuits, grounding); and basic mechanical principles as applied to structures, machines, pumps, mechanisms and the effects of traction on ropes and sheaves; terminology used in the elevator industry; and various types of equipment, their uses and limitations. Electrical, electronic, circuit construction and mechanical principals as applied to the equipment inspected; hydraulic principles as applied to the operation of valves, pumps, plungers, piping and buffers; ASME/ANSI (American Society of Mechanical Engineers/American National Standards Institute) safety codes and standards pertinent to the equipment inspected; applicable building, fire, electrical, and accessibility codes; principles and practices of safety inspection, testing and investigation as related to the equipment inspected; personal safety practices and report writing. Philosophy, goals functions, policies and procedures relative to the department's elevator inspection program; State laws, rules and standards (e.g., Hawaii Elevator Safety Standards) pertinent to the equipment inspected.

Ability to Read, comprehend, interpret, apply and explain pertinent laws, rules, policies, procedures, codes, standards, and other requirements; independently apply electrical, electronic, circuit construction, mechanical and hydraulic principles; read architectural and installation drawings and circuit diagrams; prepare simple reports; understand and follow oral and written instructions, and instructions presented in diagrammatic or schematic form; communicate and work effectively with other; and perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, fractions, etc.). Observe all personal safety practices; detecting existing and potentially unsafe conditions and practices, and recommend corrective/preventive action; prepare clear and accurate inspection and accident reports. Provide on-the-job training to other elevator inspectors; review and evaluate the work performed by elevator inspectors; provide advice on matters relating to pertinent safety codes.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

1. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as an elevator mechanic (may include experience in a four (4) year apprenticeship program and one (1) year post-apprenticeship experience); or
2. Satisfactory completion of two (2) years of college coursework in mechanical and/or electrical engineering; and one (1) year of progressively responsible experience as an elevator mechanic (may include experience in a four (4) year apprenticeship program); or
3. Any comparable combination of mechanical or electrical trades training and/or experience as deemed acceptable by the National Association of Elevator Safety Authorities (NAESA) or any other organization accredited by ASME to certify qualified elevator inspectors.
4. At least one (1) year of elevator inspection experience comparable to the Elevator Inspector II level; and
5. Supervisory Aptitude: The demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspect of supervision, e.g., by serving as a group or team leader; or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; or by the completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; and/or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

Must possess current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification by an organization accredited by ASME to certify qualified elevator inspectors. The applicant selected must, within six (6) months from the date of hire, possess current certification as a qualified elevator inspector in accordance with the Hawaii Revised Statues, Chapter 397.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION - DRIVER’S LICENSE TYPE 3:

1. This position’s substantive duties involve inspecting or testing of elevators or its kindred equipment (escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walkways, lifting equipment).
2. This position investigates accidents or incidents involving elevators or its kindred equipment (escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walkways, lifting equipment).

The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements.

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Other Information:

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-586-9084 for assistance.

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TESTING INFORMATION

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

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