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Elevator Inspector roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in mechanical or electrical engineering. Licensing requirements vary by state, and employers must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before USCIS can approve your H-1B petition. Many public utilities, inspection firms, and municipal agencies actively sponsor.
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The primary purpose of the Elevator Bureau is to perform on-site inspections of elevator installations in New Mexico. The Elevator Bureau ensures that elevator installations in commercial and public buildings conform to the current adopted elevator codes and standards and the provisions of the Construction Industries Licensing Act. Through enforcement, the Elevator Bureau protects lives, health, safety, and properties of the citizens of New Mexico.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary purpose of the Elevator Inspector is to perform on-site inspection of elevator installations in New Mexico. The Elevator Inspector will ensure that elevator installation in commercial and public buildings conform to the current adopted elevator codes and standards and the provisions of the Construction Industries Licensing Act. Through enforcement, the Elevator Inspector will protect the life, health, safety, and property of the citizens of New Mexico. This position is primarily to provide inspection services to Grant, Hildalgo, Luna, Sierra and Dona Ana Counties.
Organization of daily schedules for maximum efficiency and minimum travel, researching and familiarization of current codes as they apply to conducting field inspections to protect life and property of New Mexico residents. Communicating daily with supervisor, contractors, homeowners, architects, and engineers as well as fellow inspectors from CID bureaus as necessary to ensure properly permitted, licensed and code compliant installations. Also, providing assistance in other inspection areas when determined necessary.
CUSTOMERS
The citizens of New Mexico to include Building owners, contractors, architects, and engineers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
If not already certified in a specialty as set out below, each Inspector must pass the examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Construction Inspection Division within one (1) year of employment; and each Inspector must then remain certified by such certifying organization in at least one (1) of the following specialties:
Elevator Inspector: Three (3) years of journeyman or foreman level experience; OR substitute up to two (2) years with technical, university, or college training, the third year being journeyman or foreman level experience. Equivalency shall be calculated such that one (1) year of training equals one-half (1/2) year of journeyman or foreman level experience; OR (5) years' experience as a certified inspector from a recognized jurisdiction for one (1) year of the experience requirement and at least two (2) years of related trade experience or technical, university, or college training.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a defensive driver certification and driver's license. Must be able to pass a preemployment background check.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbent will move about construction job sites in all types of weather and conditions. Climbing ladders, negotiating ditches and trenches and avoiding hazards typically related to construction sites. The incumbent must lift up to 50 pounds. Work is performed using a personal computer for extended periods. Visual Color Perception is essential as the ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings and layouts will be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: James Taylor (505) 420-1124 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
The primary purpose of the Elevator Bureau is to perform on-site inspections of elevator installations in New Mexico. The Elevator Bureau ensures that elevator installations in commercial and public buildings conform to the current adopted elevator codes and standards and the provisions of the Construction Industries Licensing Act. Through enforcement, the Elevator Bureau protects lives, health, safety, and properties of the citizens of New Mexico.
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary purpose of the Elevator Inspector is to perform on-site inspection of elevator installations in New Mexico. The Elevator Inspector will ensure that elevator installation in commercial and public buildings conform to the current adopted elevator codes and standards and the provisions of the Construction Industries Licensing Act. Through enforcement, the Elevator Inspector will protect the life, health, safety, and property of the citizens of New Mexico. This position is primarily to provide inspection services to Grant, Hildalgo, Luna, Sierra and Dona Ana Counties.
Organization of daily schedules for maximum efficiency and minimum travel, researching and familiarization of current codes as they apply to conducting field inspections to protect life and property of New Mexico residents. Communicating daily with supervisor, contractors, homeowners, architects, and engineers as well as fellow inspectors from CID bureaus as necessary to ensure properly permitted, licensed and code compliant installations. Also, providing assistance in other inspection areas when determined necessary.
CUSTOMERS
The citizens of New Mexico to include Building owners, contractors, architects, and engineers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
If not already certified in a specialty as set out below, each Inspector must pass the examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Construction Inspection Division within one (1) year of employment; and each Inspector must then remain certified by such certifying organization in at least one (1) of the following specialties:
Elevator Inspector: Three (3) years of journeyman or foreman level experience; OR substitute up to two (2) years with technical, university, or college training, the third year being journeyman or foreman level experience. Equivalency shall be calculated such that one (1) year of training equals one-half (1/2) year of journeyman or foreman level experience; OR (5) years' experience as a certified inspector from a recognized jurisdiction for one (1) year of the experience requirement and at least two (2) years of related trade experience or technical, university, or college training.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a defensive driver certification and driver's license. Must be able to pass a preemployment background check.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbent will move about construction job sites in all types of weather and conditions. Climbing ladders, negotiating ditches and trenches and avoiding hazards typically related to construction sites. The incumbent must lift up to 50 pounds. Work is performed using a personal computer for extended periods. Visual Color Perception is essential as the ability to use graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings and layouts will be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: James Taylor (505) 420-1124 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Elevator Inspector
Verify your state license transfers correctly
Elevator Inspector licenses are state-issued and not automatically portable. Confirm your credential is recognized in your target state before accepting an offer, since an employer's H-1B petition must reflect the actual worksite jurisdiction's licensing requirements.
Map your degree to the specialty occupation standard
USCIS evaluates whether your role genuinely requires a specific bachelor's degree. Engineering technology degrees and related fields typically satisfy the standard for Elevator Inspector positions, but a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization strengthens your petition if your degree is from outside the U.S.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark prevailing wage levels
Elevator Inspector falls under SOC code 49-9011. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know the Level I through Level IV prevailing wages in your target metro, since your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the applicable level.
Target employers with existing DOL LCA filing history
Public utilities, third-party inspection companies, and large construction firms file LCAs regularly for inspection roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter Elevator Inspector openings by employers whose LCA history shows active H-1B sponsorship, cutting out guesswork from your search.
Ask employers about cap-exempt status early
Government agencies and nonprofits affiliated with research or higher education may be cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery. Some municipal inspection departments qualify, so confirm the employer's cap status during initial conversations rather than after an offer.
Account for LCA posting requirements at your worksite
DOL requires your employer to post the LCA notice at the physical worksite for ten consecutive business days. If you'll be inspecting buildings across multiple sites, confirm with your employer how they'll handle posting obligations for each location listed on the LCA.
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Find Elevator Inspector JobsElevator Inspector H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Elevator Inspector role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as mechanical or electrical engineering. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience without a degree requirement may face USCIS scrutiny. Review the O*NET profile for Elevator Inspectors to understand the education and knowledge standards USCIS evaluates during adjudication.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Elevator Inspector jobs?
Public utilities, independent inspection and testing firms, elevator manufacturers with in-house inspection teams, and some municipal agencies are the most common H-1B sponsors for this role. Government employers may be cap-exempt, which removes lottery risk entirely. You can browse Elevator Inspector openings filtered by sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify which employers have active LCA filings.
How does state licensing affect my H-1B petition as an Elevator Inspector?
Most states require a state-issued elevator inspector license before you can work independently. Your employer's H-1B petition and LCA must reflect the worksite state, and USCIS may request proof that you hold or are eligible to obtain the required license. If your license is from another state or country, research the reciprocity rules for your target state before your employer files.
What happens if my Elevator Inspector job involves multiple worksites across different states?
DOL requires a separate LCA certified for each state where you'll work for more than 40 hours in a year. Your employer must also post the LCA at each physical location for ten consecutive business days. Multi-site roles are manageable but require more administrative coordination from your employer, so clarify worksite scope before your petition is filed.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Elevator Inspector employer mid-status?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 reflecting the new role and worksite. USCIS must adjudicate the transfer petition before your current authorized stay expires.
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