State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Elevator Inspector (3252AR)

$43.26-$55.63 Hourly / $3,460.12-$4,450.04 BiWeekly /
$90,309.00-$116,146.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of the State Building Inspector this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the inspection of lifting devices for compliance with state laws, codes and regulations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Elevator Inspection Supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Inspects construction, installation, alteration and operation of existing elevators, escalators and ski lifts; 
  • Witnesses full load safety and hydraulic pressure tests on elevators; 
  • Investigates accidents and complaints involving lifting devices; 
  • Investigates complaints; 
  • Inspects and recommends shutdown of lifting devices due to code safety violations and/or unsafe conditions; 
  • Reviews new construction scope of work plans; 
  • Conducts new acceptance inspections on newly installed elevators; 
  • Testifies at hearings and in court; 
  • Gathers information and writes reports; 
  • Reviews blueprints; 
  • Responds to questions from architects, engineers, consultants, building owners, managers, elevator contractors and the general public regarding various building and engineering codes; 
  • Participates in building job code meetings with contractors; 
  • Collects overdue fees for elevator operating certificates; 
  • May assist in training of new Elevator Inspectors; 
  • May inspect amusement parks and carnival rides; 
  • May develop or assist in development and conduct of seminars on code standards; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • standard methods and materials used in construction and operation of lifting devices; 
    • signal systems, installation drawings and wiring diagrams; 
    • relevant state laws, regulations and various engineering and building codes; 
    • inspection and investigation methods and techniques; 
    • electrical welding and building disciplines; 
    • and ability to operate microprocessor control equipment and all other relevant technical devices affecting and controlling operation of lifting devices; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • read technical drawings, designs and specifications; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Incumbents in this class must possess at the time of employment and maintain during employment a license as an Unlimited Elevator Journeyperson from the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class will be required to climb in and onto elevator cars and may risk danger of injury from working with electrical wiring and may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Examined

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(16)-ADMIN & RESID (P-5)

EEO

(8)-Service Maintenance

SALARY INFORMATION

AR 26

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Elevator Inspector in Salary Group AR 26 approved effective November 23, 2021. (Reviewed in accordance with Connecticut General Statute § 5-200a. Revised to modernize format and add Acknowledgement section.) Final No. 24-141

EFFECTIVE DATE

07/26/2024
CLASS: 3252AR; EST: 10/1/1945; REV: 7/26/2024;