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The ATIS Group, with ATIS in the US and KJA in Canada, are the premier elevator and escalator consulting, management, and inspection businesses operating across North America.

Our inspection services cover the US with more than 185 Qualified Elevator Inspectors (QEI). Our global team of industry veteran elevator and escalator consultants spans all of North America.

As consultants we leverage our decades of industry experience to assist our clients in everything from engineering and designing new elevator installations to assessing existing equipment, determining the need for modernization, and managing maintenance and compliance.

With offices located throughout the US and Canada, we are well positioned to assist all clients, whether for a single elevator, or for a global corporation with thousands of devices.

Candor. Boldness. Safety. Teamwork.

Job Description Summary

Basic Purpose

Elevator Inspectors perform complex inspections of new and existing conveyance equipment, including elevators, escalators, vertical platform lifts and dumb waiters to ensure compliance with standard building and safety codes. Elevator Inspectors are responsible for enforcing compliance with codes to ensure public safety. Elevator Inspectors investigate complaints concerning conveyance equipment, recommend repairs and follow up to ensure compliance. Elevator Inspectors maintain accurate records and reports of each inspection. In addition, Elevator Inspectors interpret and explain building and safety codes to contractors, maintenance workers, property owners, and to the general public.

Scope

Elevator inspectors ensure that elevators and escalators are safe for use. Inspectors verify that lift equipment meets standard building and safety codes, issuing certificates of compliance or non-compliance based on their findings.

Primary Responsibilities (100%)

Inspects elevators, escalators, lifts, and other conveyance systems to ensure components are compliant with all adopted codes as it pertains to the state / local requirements.

Completes required reports and paperwork noting all findings including Violations, Recommendations, and passing comments.

Submits reports to the authority having jurisdiction(AHJ), provides copy to owner, and copy to appropriate ATIS office.

Provides interpretation and recommendations to ensure compliance with the intent of each code.

Effectively communicates findings to building owners and contractors.

Picks up extra inspections as needed.

Generates new customers for services.

Explains and clarifies code-related problems with contractor field personnel.

Communicates and upholds standards consistently.

Keeps abreast of code developments and changes pertaining to elevators and inspections.

Completes annual Continuing Education Classes, to keep abreast of all code developments, code changes, and regulation requirements as it pertains to elevators, escalators, lifts, and all other conveyance systems.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

This position operates in varied environments.

Routinely deals with loud noises, working near moving and / or mechanical parts, and in high, precarious places.

Extremely demanding attention is required.

Regularly required to talk and listen.

Required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Considerable time is spent in the field inspecting elevators, escalators, and various other lift equipment.

Inspection sites can be dirty, cluttered with materials or debris. Inspectors may have to climb ladders or many flights of stairs, or crawl around in tight spaces.

Inspectors must adhere to safety requirements, including PPE at constructions sites such as wearing hard hats, safety shoes, high visibility vest, and eye protection.

There can be a risk of electric shock due to working near working mechanical parts and wires. Environments can be dusty and include various odors.

There is often vibration while riding the elevators.

Position deals with various non-weather conditions including heat and cold and periodically must deal with outdoor weather conditions.

Qualifications

Must have a Certified Elevator Inspection License through NEASA International or the QEI Training Fund (QEITF).

Must have additional AHJ Licenses / Certifications for the AHJs in which you will be working as well as maintaining those licenses annually as required.

Need to be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing when working with maintenance companies, building owners, and others.

Must be able to comply with and understand the applicable ordinances and code of ethics as set forth by the certifying organization.

Must be able to use laptop or tablet computer to enter inspection reports, inspection results including violations, update information within portals, as well as look up code and standards related to elevator inspections.

Ideal candidate should have considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, and tools of the industry.

Must exhibit good social skills and be able to deal with the public.

Travel

Travel to and from jobs is required to service our clients and customers. Travel may be required but will be determined on as needed basis.

Competencies

Demonstrates ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision

Displays dependability through attendance, follow through and completion of tasks

Shows teamwork by cooperating with others, exhibiting a positive attitude, and communicating openly, consistently and directly

Time Management

Negotiating

Strong communication proficiency

Customer Focused - creates satisfied customers by providing exceptional customer service

Takes initiative and acts in a responsible manner

Shows flexibility within established parameters

DISCLAIMER : This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

ATIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by calling 1-314-441-3997 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.