Elevator Inspector Trainee - California

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City: San Diego

State: California

Elevator Inspector – California

Location: California

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Regional Director

Position Overview

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Certified Elevator Inspector to join our California inspection team. In this role, you'll conduct safety inspections of elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other conveyances across commercial, residential, and public facilities. You'll ensure compliance with California's Elevator Safety Orders and the ASME A17.1 family of standards, protecting public safety while maintaining the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct Periodic Safety Inspections: Perform thorough inspections of electric and hydraulic elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walks, and lifts in accordance with California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) regulations

Issue Permits to Operate: Evaluate compliance and issue Permits to Operate for conveyances meeting safety standards

Apply Code Standards: Objectively interpret and consistently apply ASME A17.1 standards, A17.2 Inspectors Manual, and California Elevator Safety Orders

Document Findings: Maintain detailed inspection records and communicate findings to facility owners and operators

Follow Safety Protocols: Adhere to all NEIS (National Elevator Inspection Service) safety policies and Bureau Veritas safety standards

Collaborate Professionally: Work cooperatively with building owners, maintenance staff, and the public

Continuous Learning: Stay current with code updates, standards changes, and inspection best practice

Required Qualifications

Must hold or be eligible to obtain California Certified Elevator Inspector certification under Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 8, § 3003

Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical or electrical fields at the journeyman level

Minimum 1 year of direct experience in the design, construction, installation, repair, or inspection of elevators

Alternative: College-level engineering education may substitute for non-elevator experience on a year-for-year basis

Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental mechanical and electrical principles as applied to elevators and conveyances

Training & Knowledge

Completion of at least 90 days of intensive elevator inspection training in California under direct supervision of a certified inspector (or willingness to complete prior to certification)

Strong understanding of ASME A17.1 and A17.2 standards and California Elevator Safety Orders/Ability to interpret written code documents and make sound technical inferences

Strong understanding of the California Regulations related to Conveyances

Personal Qualifications

Good moral character and fitness for the position

Physically able to perform duties safely and efficiently (including climbing, bending, and working at heights)

Ability to work independently and make objective, consistent decisions

Strong communication skills and professional demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

Current California Certified Elevator Inspector certification

Prior experience with Bureau Veritas or similar inspection organizations

Familiarity with digital inspection reporting systems

Experience with multiple elevator types and manufacturers

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: (based on experience and certification status)

Health & Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Additional Benefits: Paid time off, professional development opportunities, and industry-leading safety training

Working Conditions

Travel: Frequent travel throughout California to inspection sites

Schedule: Full-time; may include occasional evening or weekend work for emergency inspections

Environment: Work in diverse settings including high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, and public venues; exposure to heights and confined spaces

About Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services. Our California elevator inspection team is committed to maintaining the highest safety standards and protecting public welfare through rigorous, professional inspections. We invest in our employees' growth and provide a collaborative, safety-focused workplace culture.

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