Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Job Class Code: 7041
Grade: 20/Professional & Technical
Salary: $27.83 -$39.02/Hour (*Salary includes 12% Recruitment & Retention Stipend)
Location: Home-based, Statewide travel, vehicle supplied
Opening Date: December 22, 2025
Closing Date: January 8, 2026
Safety in motion starts with you, a certified Elevator Inspector. When stepping into an elevator or onto a ski lift, you trust it will carry you safely to your destination. That trust is made possible by the critical work of Elevator Inspectors. As the expert behind the scenes, ensuring these systems are not only functional but meet the highest safety standards keeps people moving—and keeps them safe.
The DPFR Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Elevator and Tramway Safety Program needs elevator inspectors to protect public health, safety and welfare. Elevator inspectors work independently from a home office and in the field throughout Maine to:
Inspect, register, and certify new or modified elevators before public use ensuring compliance with safety standards, laws, regulations, and codes. Take action, including suspending or revoking certifications, when public safety is at risk.
Investigate complaints and accidents caused by elevators and tramways and testify in court hearings as an expert witness on safety violations
Document equipment history, including dimensions, age, condition, location, and inspection dates on all elevators and tramways
Ensure that elevators and tramways are inspected periodically by their owners pursuant to Maine law
Examine and license elevator mechanics, inspectors, and tramway personnel to maintain operational integrity
Draft recommended legislation and safety regulations to enhance public protection
Position Logistics
Because travel to inspection sites across Maine is a requirement, a State vehicle is provided. By working directly with elevator companies to schedule inspection appointments, you’ll enjoy the flexibility of setting your own schedule. Work is primarily completed in the field at the location of the elevator to be tested or from your home office. Field locations may be fully finished or in process of being built.
Ensure the systems that keep people moving are safe, reliable, and up to code. Public safety is in your hands—take the ride with us!
What you need:
Knowledge of investigative methods and safety regulations for elevators and tramways
Understanding of machinery, electricity, motors, and lift systems
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to conduct exams, build relationships, and provide expert testimony
Proficiency in writing reports and maintaining accurate records
Minimum qualifications:
Education, training and/or experience in inspection and enforcement of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations governing compliance with elevator and tramway installations, demonstrating competency operating and testing elevator controls and safety devices, understanding and applying applicable codes and standards, and solving mechanical and/or regulatory problems.
LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Certification as an ASME Qualified Elevator Inspector.
If you are not already a certified elevator inspector, the agency provides assistance towards becoming certified, including on the job training, certification, studying, and courses.
Contact information:
Questions about this position should be directed to Chief Elevator Inspector, andrew.g.frazier@maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% for Confidential employees.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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