Commonwealth of Kentucky

Elevator Inspector I

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $33k - $50k/yr  •  Kentucky (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

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11/14/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605888

Elevator Inspector I

Pay Grade 11

Salary

$2,759.90 - $4,139.86 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Public Protection Cabinet | Dept of Housing, Buildings and Const

Location

Location Varies, USA

WORK COUNTIES WILL BE WITHIN THE CENTRAL REGION

Description

Are you interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated in protecting the lives and property of the Commonwealth?

The Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction enforces statewide standards for building construction, and we are searching for an Elevator Inspector I to join our team!

The Elevator Inspection Section approves plans, specifications and issues permits for the installation of all new, altered or relocated elevators, freight elevators, escalators, moving walks, dumbwaiters, material lifts, stairway chair lifts, wheelchair lifts, vertical reciprocating conveyors, and other related devices to be installed in public or residential applications. Additionally, inspects and issues certificates of operation on a yearly basis and investigates any incidents or accidents involving elevators, escalators, moving walks and related equipment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Learns to inspect new elevators, escalators, moving sidewalks and related equipment to verify state code governing such conveyances.
  • With supervision, makes recommendations for corrections needed discovered during an inspection. Conducts follow-up inspections to verify compliancy.
  • Prepares and maintains reports.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

  • Proficient communication skills.
  • Possess sufficient technical knowledge of elevators.
  • Proven abilities to manage multiple projects.
  • Conduct effective code research.
  • Demonstrates attention to detail.
  • High level of customer service.

If you are interested in a challenging, yet rewarding career, where you can make a positive difference in your community, we would love to have you become a part of the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction team!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school diploma.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid drivers license prior to employment in this job classification. Must hold a certificate of competency from the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction before completion of the six month probationary period. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Frequent travel is required to perform inspections.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Enoch Thomas at enoch.thomas@ky.gov or 502-573-1694.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
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