Remote Qei Elevator Inspector Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Under general supervision, is responsible for conducting on-site elevator and similar conveyances safety inspections, consulting visits, complaint and accident investigations. Has the authority to make on-site elevator and related equipment inspections, investigations, consulting visits in accordance with applicable laws, standards, practices and procedures in the trade; to sign acceptance tags for new elevators; to red tag elevators and related equipment if unsafe or not in compliance with Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act or Elevator Act. Performs tests and inspections of elevators, lifts, hoists, escalators and related equipment to assure compliance with the Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Arizona Elevator Act.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Conduct required inspections and consultations throughout the state to determine if equipment is complaint with all applicable codes, standards, and rules.
Determine, through inspections and/or planned reviews, if equipment is safe for use.
Produces complete and accurate reports of the inspections.
Ensures that corrective action is taken for those elevators or other devices that are found to be onon-complaint with codes.
Answers and follows through on questions from external customers that are related to: inspections, complaints, laws, rules and codes.
Contributes and offers solutions to the Arizona Management Systems (AMS) in place for the Elevator Section.
Attends scheduled training classes to improve upon skills necessary to enhance knowledge in the Elevator Section.

Knowledge in
Arizona Occupational Safety and Health ACT
Arizona Elevator Act
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/American Society Mechanical Engineers (ASME( A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.
ANSI A10.1 Belt ManLifts
ANSI A10.4 Personnel Hoists
ANSI A10.5 Material Hoists
Test and procedures for determining if an elevator or escalator is in compliance and meets all requirements of related codes: e.g. handicap requirements, local building codes.
National Electric Code, and others in Part XVI of the ANSI/ASME A17.1 code
Procedures for determining whether all required periodic tests have been performed adequately and correctly.
Comprehensive knowledge of elevator design, construction, maintenance, and safety.
Industrial Commission of Arizona Policies and Procedures
Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) Policies, Procedures and Rules.
Google Suit, Windows, Excel, Power Point, Database and Adobe Acrobat.
Skill in:
Oral and written communication
Typing and using a keyboard
Time management
Interpreting and review of submitted elevator shop drawings for compliance to elevator safety codes
Interpersonal relations
Recognitions and evaluation of elevator and other conveyance hazards
Report writing and documentation of inspections
Leadership skills
Logic and analytical skills
Ability to:
Manage heavy workloads with high level of accuracy and production
Work well under pressure
Work as a member of a team
Interpret plan for the new installation of elevators and other conveyances
Recognize and engage tactfully with those of different backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives
Recognize unsafe conditions or equipment
Interpret the Arizona Elevator Act with rules and regulations for elevator owners/users and other interested parties

1. Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License. Required In-state. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must complete any required driver training (See Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-07 (12). Employees may be required to use their own transportation, as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
2. Applicant must, if selected for hire, possess or obtain, within 18 months of hire, a "Certificate of Competency" from the State of Arizona Industrial Commission; OR have been certified by the National Associated Elevator Safety Authorities and have a minimum of five years experience, within the last ten years, in one or a combination of the following areas: Elevator inspection, construction, maintenance and/or repair. Five years of experience in elevator inspection, construction, maintenance or repair. Any combination of training and experience that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) may be substituted.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

You will be eligible to participate in the state employee health/disability insurance plan, and you are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately or upon your 27th week of employment. Contributions are matched by the employer.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 602-542-5559 or email HR@azica.gov for assistance.