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About the Role

Lerch Bates is seeking a Certification Inspector to join our NYC Vertical Transportation team. In this role, you will perform inspections of elevators, escalators, and related conveyance systems to verify compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards. Your expertise will play a critical role in helping building owners, contractors, property managers, and regulatory agencies ensure the safe operation of vertical transportation equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections of new and existing elevators, escalators, moving walks, and other lifting equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Evaluate equipment and installations for compliance with applicable building codes, elevator safety codes, and regulatory requirements.
Determine compliance or non-compliance with applicable standards and document findings accordingly.
Verify that inspections are performed in accordance with Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements and applicable certification standards.
Conduct follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions and code compliance.
Investigate potential code violations, safety concerns, and equipment deficiencies.
Prepare complete, accurate, and timely inspection reports for clients, building owners, and regulatory agencies.
Document inspection findings, observations, deficiencies, and recommendations in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Maintain inspection records and submit required documentation by established deadlines.
Ensure all reports meet Lerch Bates quality standards and regulatory expectations.
Interpret and explain applicable codes, regulations, standards, and inspection requirements to clients, contractors, property owners, architects, building management personnel, and code authorities.
Serve as a trusted technical resource during inspections and certification activities.
Maintain professional communication with clients and project stakeholders throughout the inspection process.
Support positive client relationships through responsive service and technical expertise.
Follow established company procedures, processes, forms, and quality standards.
Comply with all applicable safety regulations and industry best practices.
Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing field inspections and site visits.
Maintain current knowledge of industry codes, technologies, equipment, and regulatory requirements.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Current Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification required.
New York City Department of Buildings Elevator Agency Inspector or Director License required.
New York State Department of Labor Elevator Inspector License required.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain any additional jurisdictional certifications or licenses required to perform inspections.

Skills

Thorough knowledge of ASME elevator codes, industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements.
Strong understanding of elevator, escalator, and vertical transportation systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, code officials, and building stakeholders.
Ability to travel throughout the region on a regular basis.

Location

New York, NY 10018

Work Type

Onsite
Field

Experience Level

10+ years of elevator industry experience preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting inspections, maintenance evaluations, audits, field supervision, or related activities preferred.

Education Level

High school diploma or GED
QEI certification
New York City Department of Buildings Elevator Agency Inspector or Director License
New York State Department of Labor Elevator Inspector License

Salary/Compensations

$65.00 - $75.00 Hourly

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
100% Employee-Owned ESOP (company-funded retirement benefit)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (starting at 17 days annually)
10 paid holidays
401(k) with 6% employer match
Paid parental leave
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance and wellness programs

About the Company

Lerch Bates is a global technical consulting firm focused on improving how buildings perform for owners, designers, and the people who use them every day.
For more than 75 years we’ve partnered on some of the world’s most complex and high-profile projects.
Today we provide Total Building Performance expertise that integrates Building Science and Building Flow into a unified delivery model.
Our work spans design, construction, investigation, repair, rehabilitation, management, and modernization with one consistent goal: helping clients make confident, well-informed decisions in an increasingly complex built environment.
We are 100% employee-owned through our ESOP. That means when the company succeeds, our employee-owners share in that success.
It's more than a retirement benefit—it's an ownership mindset backed by the opportunity to build long-term financial value while helping shape the future of the company.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.