Elevator Inspector (Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department)
City of Detroit
Posted: January 13, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Architect of the Capitol
Legislative Branch
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$24.50 - $28.58
per hour
Type
Full Time
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This entry-level job involves helping experienced mechanics with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of elevators, escalators, and other equipment in the U.S.
Capitol Building, starting with basic tasks under close supervision and advancing to more complex work over time.
It's ideal for someone eager to learn the trade, with a willingness to work evening shifts and respond during emergencies.
A good fit would be a motivated beginner with some hands-on experience in mechanical or electrical work and a commitment to safety.
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent Capitol Building, Assistant Superintendent Tenant Services and Facility Operations Division, Maintenance Branch.
The selectee assists with a variety of electronic functions in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of elevators, lifts, escalators and various industrial equipment in the Superintendent Capitol Building.
This is a career ladder position to the WG-12 level. You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.
You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position.
Ability to perform the work of an elevator mechanic (electronics) helper without more than normal supervision (Screen Out Element) Your application must show that you have sufficient training and/or experience to perform the duties of the position as described in the vacancy announcement.
Major Duties:
This is a career ladder position.
The selectee performs developmental assignments under closer than normal supervision and assignments become progressively more difficult until the full-performance level at the WG-12 is reached.
Tour of Duty: Evening Shift: 12:00 pm - 9:30 pm (Hours may Change Due to Operational Needs of Management) This position is emergency essential.
Depending on the type of emergency the employee may be required to report to work during emergency situations.
DUTIES: Assists with and Learns Trade Practices and Skills Performs developmental assignments under closer than normal supervision and assignments become progressively more difficult until the full performance level is reached.
Learns the proper usage of tools and equipment of the trade. Learns the order of assembling parts and what tools and equipment are needed.
Elevator/Escalator and Industrial Equipment Maintenance and Repair Assist the journey level mechanics with elevator maintenance and repair.
Learns how to read blueprints, sketches and technical manuals to understand the functions of the parts or systems.
Learns how to plan and lay out work and to aid in finding faulty parts or systems; repair techniques to be used including methods used in getting the right fits or tolerances; how to make adjustments and calibrations.
Learns how to rebuild and/or make parts. Assist in resolving service complaints and documents deficiencies. Assist with preparing valid parts orders, carrying tools and parts to work site.
Maintain cleanliness of work site and shop. Follows all relevant safety rules, regulations and standard operating procedures. Uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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