Elevator Supervisor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description Under direction of the Construction Official, has the subordinate administrative responsibility for administering the elevator subcode of the State Uniform Construction Code; inspects and/or supervises the inspection of elevators for compliance with plans and specifications; does other related work. NOTE:The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.

Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Examples of Duties Inspects new construction and renovation projects for elevator subcode compliance. Reviews and approves plans of proposed structures for conformity with the elevator subcodes.

Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates. Provides assignments, advice, guidance, and instructions to staff and establishes appropriate work methods. Develops inspection work programs using effective and appropriate procedures and by analyzing construction inspection problems.

Establishes inspection schedules and ensures elevators being constructed or renovated are inspected at critical points during the course of construction or renovation. Inspects, evaluates, and supervises the inspection of elevator work installed during construction ensuring conformity to approved plans, elevator subcodes, and New Jersey Uniform Construction Code regulations. Identifies, inspects, and supervises the inspection of materials, methods, and assemblies used during construction and renovation for conformity to standards referenced by code and manufacturer's installation directions.

Ensures that contractors observe required standards of approved plans and specifications. Halts construction work by contractors if work does not meet reasonable standards of workmanship and safety or plans, specifications, and/or legal requirements; issues on-site warnings, citations, and stop work orders in cases of violations of elevator subcodes or regulations. Collects and records permit and other fees, issues permits, and verifies that required prior approvals have been obtained.

May serve subpoenas and other legal process notices including notices of violations. Presents inspection findings in court and administrative hearings. Prepares and supervises the preparation of violation reports, inspection reports, and other correspondence.

Maintains necessary records, reports, and files. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Typical Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: LICENSES Applicants must possess a valid license as an Elevator Sub-Code Official issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

NOTE:Applicants must also possess a valid high rise and hazardous (HHS) license as an Elevator Inspector, issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in NJ only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Supplemental Information KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of office procedures for inspectors, including the forms and records.

Knowledge of procedures for establishing proper review and approval of permit applications. Knowledge of the Uniform Construction Code. Knowledge of elevator, mechanical, and electrical maintenance inspections and design to ensure adequate and safe service.

Knowledge of elevator subcodes background, purpose, history, and place in local government structure and relation to construction code enforcement programs. Knowledge of the purpose and fundamentals of stop orders, notices of penalty, and court actions. Knowledge of the powers and procedures available to deal with hazardous conditions and emergency situations including emergency work orders and bids and quotations process.

Knowledge of procedures for processing cases involving condemnations and other violations of the subcode from initiation through final compliance. Knowledge of the situations requiring a warrant and the process of obtaining and issuing a warrant. Knowledge of the administrative hearing process under the State Uniform Construction Code Act.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision. Ability to schedule and organize work activities and to identify and resolve problems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to prepare case records. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to maintain suitable records and files.

Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.