elevator mechanic

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy
• At heights
• Confined spaces

Work setting

• Construction
• On-site customer service
• Service
• Maintenance
• Willing to relocate
• Repair
• Fitting

Tasks

• Assemble and install elevators, escalators, moving walkways and dumbwaiters
• Inspect wiring connections, control panel hookups, door installations and alignments and clearances of cars and hoistways
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Repair and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways and related equipment
• Install and wire electric and electronic control system devices
• Instruct apprentices
• Install, test and adjust safety control devices
• Test operation of newly installed equipment
• Disassemble defective units and repair or replace suspect parts
• Adjust valves, ratchets, seals, brake linings and other components
• Carry out preventative maintenance programs to ensure public safety
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical systems failures
• Maintain log books that detail all repairs and checks performed

Supervision

• Elevator constructors and mechanics

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Elevating devices mechanic
• Elevator Constructor and Mechanic Trade Certification
• Elevator Mechanic (non-construction) Trade Certification
• Canadian Elevator Industry Educational Program
• Technical Standards Safety Authority (TSSA) Certification

Equipment and machinery experience

• Dumbwaiters
• Escalators
• Hydraulic elevators
• Moving walkways
• Solid state devices
• Traction elevators
• Workmen's hoist
• Disability elevators

Area of specialization

• Elevators

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Transportation provided by employer