How to hire an elevator inspector

How to hire an elevator inspector, step by step

Here's a step-by-step elevator inspector hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an elevator inspector job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new elevator inspector
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The elevator inspector hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   An elevator inspector's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, elevator inspectors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of elevator inspectors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Elevator Inspector	Description	Hourly rate
   Elevator Inspector	Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction meets local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.	$13-36
   Construction Analyst	A Construction Analyst prepares statements, annual financial reports, exhibits, transmittal letters, schedules, statistical tables, management analysis, and management discussion. They handle business forecast analysis, cash flow projection analysis, statistical report analysis, government requirement analysis, financial plan analysis, budget analysis, and forecast analysis... Show more	$25-56
   Plans Examiner	A plans examiner is typically in charge of evaluating construction or work plans, ensuring compliance with regulations and zoning ordinances. Their responsibilities revolve around gathering and reviewing applications and documentation, verifying the accuracy and authenticity of requirements, and assuring that they adhere to the safety policies and standards... Show more	$19-40

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Traction
   • American Society
   • Code Violations
   • Electrical Code

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and inspect fiber optic cable placement, fiber drop installations and associate construction activities for an assign OSP project.
   • Conduct dimensional and visual inspections procedures on CMM machines to ensure geometrical characteristics of the product are in specification.
   • Perform radon testing in conjunction with residential home inspections.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your elevator inspector job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An elevator inspector salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, elevator inspectors' average salary in kentucky is 53% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level elevator inspectors earn 62% less than senior-level elevator inspectors.
   • Certifications. An elevator inspector with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an elevator inspector's salary.

   Average elevator inspector salary

   $47,568yearly

   $22.87 hourly rate

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   Entry-level elevator inspector salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing an elevator inspector job description

   An elevator inspector job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an elevator inspector job description:

   Elevator inspector job description example

   This employee performs the routine inspections involving the operation and safety of various types of vertical transportation to determine compliance with the State of Ohio and City of Cincinnati elevator codes such as Chapter 1107 of the Cincinnati Muncipal Code. and A.N.S.I. A-17.1 and all other applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Such vertical transportation includes, but is not limited to, elevators, dumb waiters, lifts, hoists, and escalators. Performs related duties as required.
   Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
   
   (Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
   
   Knowledge of:
   
   The methods of installation, operation, control, safety, and testing of all types of existing elevator equipment.
   
   Mechanics and the construction and operation of electric motors.
   
   Laws and ordinances which govern the operation of elevators and similar equipment.
   
   The City, State, and Model Elevator codes.
   
   Ability to:
   
   Read and interpret elevator plans, specifications, and applicable codes to recognize deviations from the code and accepted engineering principles.
   
   Establish an effective working relationship with other employees, contractors, property owners, representatives of other agencies, and the general public.
   
   Prepare reports and compose correspondence.
   
   Required Education and Experience
   
   RESUME MUST BE ATTACHED OR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED. FOR EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTIONS, HIGH SCHOOL OR TECHNICAL TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED.
   
   Five years of responsible experience as an elevator mechanic in the construction, repair or maintenance of elevators and other vertical transportation systems. . Two years of post high school related vocational or technical education that is specifically related to vertical transportation systems may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement.
   
   Within six months of the date of hire, Inspector shall be certified as a Quality Elevator Inspector. Said certification must be maintained through the term of employment. Failure to do so will result in termination.
   
   OTHER REQUIREMENTS
   
   Must have a valid Driver's License through term of employment.
   
   Must be willing to provide own automobile.
   
   MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
   
   Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
   
   Working and Physical Conditions
   
   Must be willing and able to climb, ride elevator tops near moving machinery, and descend into pits safely to perform inspections.
   
   Must be willing to be called out in emergency situations and at other than normal working hours.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find elevator inspectors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your elevator inspector job on Zippia to find and recruit elevator inspector candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as constructionjobs.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit elevator inspectors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new elevator inspector

   Once you've decided on a perfect elevator inspector candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new elevator inspector. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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