Elevator Inspector

Salary: $64,728.00 - $106,592.40 AnnuallyLocation : City of Spokane, WAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 309-2024Department: Business and Developer ServicesOpening Date: 08/26/2024Closing Date: 10/14/2024 4:00 PM PacificCLASS SUMMARYPerforms skilled technical inspection work for elevators, escalators, lifts, and other conveyances to secure compliance with state, municipal, and national laws and codes. EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS Inspects all elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, material lifts, wheelchair lifts, inclined chair lifts, inclined wheelchair lifts and inclined elevators to ensure compliance with pertinent rules and codes.Reviews plans for new installations of conveyances. Inspects and conducts acceptance tests on all new public and private installations. Gives approval for the City to issue certificates of occupancy.Reviews applications for alteration of all conveyances.Issues repair orders for conveyances found not to be in compliance with applicable codes. Inspects conveyances after repairs and corrections have been made.Orders unsafe conveyances to be taken out of service and repaired. Issues stop work orders when necessary. Investigates complaints and injuries. May be required to testify in court as an expert witness on violations and interpretations of applicable codes and laws.Provides information and code interpretation to the general public, conveyance owners and operators, architects, builders, and contractors, plans examiners and building officials.Maintains records of all conveyances and their inspections including those conducted by elevator companies. Prepares reports as necessary.Conducts annual inspections on all conveyances.Operates an automobile.Performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Open Entry Requirements: (Open-entry applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.) License: Applicants must possess a Washington State Department of Labor and Industries Category 01 General Elevator Mechanic License. All applicants must possess a valid driver's license.Promotional Requirements: (Promotional applicants must meet all requirements when they apply.)License: Current City employees in one of the Inspector classifications who possess a Washington State Department of Labor and Industries Category 01 General Elevator Mechanic License may apply on a promotional basis. All applicants must possess a valid driver's license. EXAMINATION DETAILS For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire or promotion.Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date. Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills. The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:T&E 100%TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION DETAILS:The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked "QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online, at the time of application.Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details and are subject to verification.Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online."See Resume" or "See above", etc. are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. Duplicate applications will be disqualified.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions. BENEFIT COMPENSATION VALUEIn addition to a salary, The City of Spokane provides a generous benefits package valued between $24,902 - $34,218. INSURANCE BENEFITSEligibility: Coverage begins for new hires and their dependents on the first day of the month following 30 consecutive days of employment.Eligible Dependents: Spouse or Domestic Partner, birth, adopted children or children placed for adoption, Domestic Partner's children, step-children who live with employee, and any child for whom employee is legal guardian or for whom coverage is required by a Qualified Medical Support Order. Adult children under age 26 are eligible. MedicalQualified employees may select from two health carrier options; a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) administered by Kaiser Permanente or a Preferred Provider Option (PPO) administered by Premera Blue Cross. The monthly premium varies dependent upon plan and coverage level selected. VisionVision coverage is included in the medical plan selected. Costs for eye exams and hardware; lenses, frames or contacts varies depending on the medical plan selected.DentalDental insurance is provided by Delta Dental of Washington. The City pays the monthly premium in full for employee and eligible dependents. Life Insurance - Employee OnlyBasic Term Life Insurance is provided at one-and-a-half times the employee's annual base salary to a maximum of $150,000. The City pays the monthly premium in full.Life Insurance - Eligible Dependent(s)Basic Term Life Insurance is provided at $5,000 for spouse/domestic partner and $2,000 for each child. The City pays the monthly premium in full.Flexible Spending AccountThe City offers two optional Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA. The Health Care FSA allows an employee to use pre-tax dollars to receive reimbursement for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses. The Dependent Care FSA allows an employee to receive reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for dependent children up to age 13 and other eligible dependents as defined by IRS Code.AFLACSupplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay benefits that major medical insurance does not cover. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium. AudioNet Hearing Aid BenefitAudioNet Hearing Aid Benefit is optional. The City of Spokane has partnered with AudioNet America to offer a discounted Hearing Aid Program with fixed out-of-pocket costs.LegalShield/ID ShieldPrepaid legal services and/or prepaid identity theft programs are optional. These programs pay for a limited number of documents to be reviewed, limited trial defense representation, the preparation of a standard will, identity theft consultation, restoration and monitoring according to terms of contract.Pet InsuranceGet cash back on the everyday care your pet needs to stay healthy! Nationwide/Voluntary Pet Insurance is an optional plan in which City of Spokane Employees can enroll. Voluntary Term Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance is optional and is provided through The Standard Insurance Company and is subject to application review and approval. Additional coverage up to $300,000 is available for employees and their spouse/domestic partner. Dependent children can be insured for up to $10,000 each. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium. Continued Medical/Dental InsuranceEmployees separating from City service have the option to continue medical and/or dental insurance benefits in accordance with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium in addition to a small monthly administrative fee. RETIREMENT BENEFITS Spokane Employees' Retirement System The Spokane Employees' Retirement System (SERS) is a defined benefit pension plan covering non-uniformed employees whose positions are classified under the Civil Service Merit System. As a participant you contribute 11% of your salary toward your retirement. Contributions and earnings are tax deferred. The City also contributes 11% of your salary toward your retirement. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2015 become vested (eligible for a monthly benefit at retirement age) at seven years of service. Deferred CompensationEnrollment in the City-sponsored 457 Deferred Compensation Plan administered by MissionSquare Retirement allows participants, on a voluntary basis, to defer a portion of their salary on a before or after tax basis. Contributions and associated earnings contributed on a before tax basis are eligible to receive City matching contributions and are tax deferred (not taxed until taken out). You can also choose to participate in the 457 Roth (after tax) contribution option. You may enroll in the 457 plan or change your contribution at any time. Minimum contribution is $15 per paycheck up to and is subject to the IRS annual limitations. The City will match employee contributions up to $120/month.PAID TIME OFFOfficial HolidaysThe City observes seven official holidays as paid. An official holiday that falls on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday. An official holiday that falls on a Sunday will be observed on the Monday immediately following. The City observes Martin Luther King Jr's birthday but has not declared that day as an official holiday. For this reason, employees hired before the third Monday of January receive an additional eight hours of floating holiday time to be used in accordance with Local 270 Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions. Floating (Personal) HolidaysUp to 48 hours administered throughout the year. Floating holiday hours may not be carried over into the next year and any unused hours will not be paid at termination.Vacation LeaveEmployees must be in paid status for 80% of that pay period to accrue vacation leave. The amount of vacation earned depends on the employee's length of service - from 12 days per year for a new employee to 27 days per year after 20 years of employment. Unused vacation hours carry over each year. Sick LeaveSick leave accrues at a rate of six (6) hours per biweekly pay period. Employees must be in paid status for 80% of that pay period to accrue sick leave. There is no maximum accumulation and unused sick leave hours carry over each year.Other LeavesThe City also provides several other paid and unpaid leaves, such as: bereavement leave, Family and Medical Leave, maternity leave, jury duty, and military duty leave.WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a referral and counseling service administered by Deer Oaks. It provides a myriad of services to employees and their household members. Services include receiving confidential assistance for personal issues, such as managing stress, depression, parenting, alcohol/drugs, grief, etc. Each household member is eligible to receive up to eight counseling sessions per issue per year at no charge. There is also a benefit relating financial or legal concerns in addition to Worklife/Convenience services and online tools.Employer Sponsored Bus Pass (ESBP) ProgramThe City of Spokane encourages employees to use alternatives to driving alone to work and participates in the ESBP Program offered by Spokane Transit Authority (STA). The program provides a bus pass for unlimited rides free of charge. Revised March 15, 202201 Are you a current employee of the City of Spokane? Yes No 02 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSProvide your (Category 01) General Elevator Mechanic License # as issued by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries: 03 What year did you acquire your General Elevator Mechanic License? 04 Enter your driver's license number and expiration date. 05 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE INSTRUCTIONSThe next section of this questionnaire is the Civil Service examination for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. It is used to rank candidates for the Elevator Inspector position on an eligibility list. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as "See Resume/Application" as a response will not be scored. By continuing in the examination process, you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of your knowledge. Are you ready to begin your examination? Yes No 06 EDUCATIONWhich of the following best describes your level of education? High school diploma or equivalent Some college, but no degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree 07 Have you attached college transcripts to your online application? (A minimal portion of points on the exam is given for college credits. You may go back and attach transcripts to your profile at this time.) Yes No 08 Have you completed a program of electrical coursework? Yes No 09 If you answered Yes to the previous question, provide the institution's name and the dates that you attended: 10 If you completed vocational coursework in any of the following additional areas, check the box next to the subject area. (Check all that apply.) Electronics Computer Repair & Maintenance 11 If you answered Yes to the previous question, provide the names of the institutions and the dates that you attended the vocational courses: 12 Do you possess a current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certificate? Yes No 13 If you possess a current QEI certificate, provide your ID number and certifying agency. 14 EXPERIENCEThe following questions ask you to indicate how much experience you have in specific areas related to the work of an Elevator Inspector. Consider each question carefully before answering. It is important that you do not overstate or understate your level of experience. Your work history must support the answers you provide to these questions. I understand these instructions. 15 How much experience do you have in the installation of elevators, lifts, and other conveyances? No experience Less than 1 full year 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years More than 4 full years 16 Which of the following conveyances do you have experience installing? (Check all that apply.) Elevators Escalators Dumbwaiters Material lifts Wheelchair lifts Inclined chair or wheelchair lifts Inclined elevators 17 How much experience do you have in the service or maintenance of elevators, lifts, and other conveyances? No experience Less than 1 full year 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years More than 4 full years 18 Which of the following conveyances do you have experience servicing or maintaining? (Check all that apply.) Elevators Escalators Dumbwaiters Material lifts Wheelchair lifts Inclined chair or wheelchair lifts Inclined elevators 19 How much experience do you have inspecting elevators, lifts, or other conveyances? (This must have been the primary function of your job.) No experience Less than 1 full year 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years More than 4 full years 20 If you have been an elevator inspector, for which employers did you perform this work? (List all that apply.) 21 For which of the following conveyances do you have experience as an inspector? (Check all that apply.) Elevators Escalators Dumbwaiters Material lifts Wheelchair lifts Inclined chair or wheelchair lifts Inclined elevators 22 Describe in a few sentences how you use computers in the performance of your day-to-day work. Required Question