Elevator Inspector I - City
$52,000–$83,200 year
On-siteOklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
EXPIREDOklahoma City, Oklahoma, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$52,000–$83,200 yearConservation ServicesMedium
Full TimeMediumConservation Services
Job Summary
Conduct inspections to ensure proper installation and safe operation of elevators, escalators, people lifts, and freight elevators. Witness tests involving personal risk while enforcing codes and specifications from the International Building Code, National Electrical Code, and national elevator code books. Work independently to perform acceptance, annual, five-year, and remodel inspection tests, utilizing skills in reading blueprints and assessing system conditions. Record information accurately and communicate findings verbally and in writing. This safety-sensitive position reports to the Chief Electrical Inspector within the Development Center Division of the Development Services Department. Employees work locally on a daily basis, often requiring travel to construction sites and exposure to heights, noise, and electrical hazards.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of proper materials and devices used in elevator construction
- Knowledge of properly operating elevator systems
- Knowledge of procedures for testing elevator systems
- Knowledge of and skill in following safety procedures
- Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and drawings
- Skill in assessing the overall condition of different elevators, escalators and people lift systems
- Skill in using standard office equipment
- Skill in recording information accurately
- Skill in communicating verbally and in writing using tact and diplomacy
- Ability to interpret, explain, and apply knowledge of elevator, electrical, and building codes to work performed
- Ability to perform acceptance, annual, five year and remodel inspection tests
- Ability to work independently in the performance of assigned tasks
- Ability and willingness to make objective decisions
- Ability and willingness to work in enclosed or high areas
- Possession of a current State of Oklahoma Elevator Inspector License
- Possession of a current State of Oklahoma Qualified Elevator Inspector Certification
- Possession of valid driver license (Operator)
- Possession of a permanent State Elevator Inspector License and Qualified Elevator Certification within one year from the date of hire
- Willingness to work irregular hours such as shifts, weekends, and holidays, and be on 24-hour call
- Willingness to work from ladders, floors with no surrounding walls, etc., 12 feet or more above ground level
- Willingness to work near moving machinery, power tools, and vehicles in motion
- Willingness to be exposed to steady and fairly loud noises from machinery and equipment used at construction sites
- Willingness to be exposed to large amounts of dust when performing inspections at construction sites
- Willingness to be exposed to the possibility of severe electrical shock when inspecting electrical connections that handle electrical power up to 480 volts or more
- Willingness to be exposed to the possibility of falls from working on and around slippery surfaces such as construction sites after it has rained, snowed, etc.
- Willingness to conduct local travel on a daily basis to conduct inspections
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to public service
- Ability to serve and satisfy internal and external customers in a timely and effective manner
- Ability to establish, commit to, and maintain high standards for producing quality work products and being responsive to customers
- Ability to act quickly and follow through until the job is complete
- Ability to serve everyone with genuine respect, diligence and professionalism
- Ability to conduct oneself with the utmost integrity and professionalism
- Ability to demonstrate humility
- Ability to encourage people to share their perspectives, ideas, and opinions
- Ability to make decisions based on a sense of shared purpose
- Ability to take responsibility for actions and decisions
- Ability to be resilient
- Ability to lean in to challenges and problems with creative solutions
- Ability to speak up and challenge the status quo
- Ability to rely on the character, ability, strength, truth, and transparency of others and the organization
- Ability to listen with curiosity and speak with care
- Ability to embrace different perspectives and lived experiences
- Ability to give feedback constructively and receive it openly
- Ability to set well-defined and realistic goals and high standards of performance for self or self and others
- Ability to display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward performing work
- Ability to complete assignments in a thorough, accurate, and timely manner, and deliver results
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, is motivated to achieve, and demonstrates responsible behavior
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of all aspects of the job and application of accrued knowledge in carrying out duties and responsibilities
- Ability to take initiative to fix it or escalate issues
- Ability to follow through on commitments
- Ability to speak up when accountability is missing
- Ability to take meal periods and breaks according to policy
- Ability to ensure sick leave usage does not negatively impact productivity of work unit
- Ability to notify supervisor of unscheduled absences
- Ability to accept suggestions and supervision with a positive approach
- Ability to complete work timely and correctly
- Ability to take time to reflect and act on what is working and what is not
- Ability to learn from mistakes without blaming
- Ability to support self and other's development and growth
- Ability to comply with all safety policies and practices
- Ability to promote a safe work environment
- Ability to participate in safety meetings
- Ability to be current on completion of safety trainings
- Ability to recognize, value, and leverage the ideas, opinions, and perspectives of others
- Ability to participate willingly and effectively as a team lead or team member
- Ability to build consensus; foster team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust
- Ability to collaborate with others to accomplish goals and objectives and achieve results
- Ability to express facts, ideas, messages, and information (technical and non-technical) to individuals or groups clearly, concisely, accurately, understandably, with honesty, tact, and diplomacy and in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience
- Ability to actively listen, clarify information as needed
- Ability to share information, resources and solutions across departments
- Ability to ask for help early and offer it often
- Ability to collaborate across teams before decisions are made
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