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at Department of Labor in Springfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview This Amusement Ride Safety Inspector position is located in Effingham County. This position will travel to inspect a variety of carnival and amusement rides and attractions throughout the Southern Region of the State, ensuring compliance with established safety standards and regulations, reporting to Springfield, IL. This position serves under the direction of the Chief Ride Inspector. The ideal candidate requires extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment, and travels to inspect functional worksites and operations of amusement rides and attractions using structured guidelines to ensure safety compliance. Essential Functions Travels to inspect a variety of carnival and amusement rides and attractions throughout the State â€" generally in the Southern Region of the State, to ensure compliance with established safety standards and regulations. Prepares detailed inspection reports documenting findings and detailing violations of carnival regulations and standards. Attends seminars, agency training sessions and other continuing education opportunities to augment work performance and keep current on changes and developments in all facets of the amusement ride and attraction industry. Provides practical assistance and direction to less experienced inspectors in the areas of conducting inspections and investigations, etc. Performs other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college including coursework in engineering, physics, physical sciences or directly related fields. Evidence of related work experience may substitute for college To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account