Inspector, Cranes and Derricks

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This position performs work in the inspection of the condition and safety of cranes, machinery and equipment used in hoisting and rigging for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.

Under general supervision:

• Performs technical inspections of cranes, derricks, work platforms, and other hoist and rigging equipment for compliance with the NYC Construction Code, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules and approved plans and specifications.
• Responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
• Inspects and may test slings, ropes, cables, blocks, poles, derricks, outriggers, cable-ways, cranes, lifting devices, and other associated appurtenances for safety conditions.
• Patrols district to observe hoisting and rigging operations.
• Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
• Issues violations, summonses and stop work orders.
• Verifies licenses of onsite workers.
• When issuing violations, advises the recipient of the nature of the violating condition.
• Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
• Maintains records and makes reports.
• Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field.
• May assign, supervise, review and evaluate work of subordinates.
• May train subordinates in their duties.
• May review applications relevant to the field.
• May assist supervisor.
• Operates a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.

Additional Information: Some of the physical activities performed by Inspectors (Hoists and Rigging) and environmental conditions experienced are: Walking to and from inspection sites, and during the course of inspections, climbing and descending ladders and stairs to get to areas of inspection; standing on scaffolds to inspect work; standing for extended periods of time; working in confined areas; wearing hard hats; bending and stooping during inspections; climbing over and around various objects; walking in areas that may be damp, dark, dusty, smoky or acrid; and working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Inspectors (Hoists and Rigging) may be required to work various shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

Candidates must pass a drug screening in order to be appointed.

At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

At the time of appointment, all candidates residing in New York City must apply to receive Special Patrolman Status.

To Apply:

Visit Jobs NYC (cityjobs.nyc.gov) to view and apply for available positions. Search by agency (Department of Buildings), keywords, or for the specific Job ID #.

NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.