Position: Resident Elevator Mechanic
Job Summary: The Resident Elevator Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance repair troubleshooting and modernization of elevator systems within an assigned property or portfolio of buildings. This position ensures safe efficient and reliable operation of all vertical transportation equipment while maintaining compliance with local state and federal safety codes.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on hydraulic traction and machine-room-less (MRL) elevator systems including inspections lubrication adjustments and testing
- Diagnose mechanical electrical and electronic problems and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime
- Respond to emergency service calls and elevator entrapments ensuring passenger safety
- Maintain detailed service logs and documentation of all maintenance activities and repairs
- Conduct safety inspections and tests in accordance with ASME A17.1 standards and local codes
- Order and maintain inventory of spare parts tools and equipment
- Coordinate with building management tenants and contractors regarding elevator service and planned maintenance
- Identify opportunities for system improvements and modernization
- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and company safety protocols
Required Qualifications:
- Valid elevator mechanic license or certification as required by state/local jurisdiction
- Minimum 10 years of experience in elevator maintenance and repair
- Comprehensive knowledge of elevator systems including controllers motors drives governors safety circuits and door operators
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints wiring diagrams and technical manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for both mechanical and electrical systems
- Proficiency with test equipment including multimeters meggers and specialized elevator diagnostic tools
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with building occupants and management
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Availability for on-call emergency response rotation
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds work in confined spaces climb ladders and work at heights stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity.
Work Environment:
This position involves working in elevator machine rooms shafts and pits with exposure to moving mechanical parts electrical current heights and varying temperatures. May require working evenings weekends or holidays for emergency calls.
Position: Resident Elevator Mechanic Job Summary: The Resident Elevator Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance repair troubleshooting and modernization of elevator systems within an assigned property or portfolio of buildings. This position ensures safe efficient and reliable operation of all v...
Position: Resident Elevator Mechanic
Job Summary: The Resident Elevator Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance repair troubleshooting and modernization of elevator systems within an assigned property or portfolio of buildings. This position ensures safe efficient and reliable operation of all vertical transportation equipment while maintaining compliance with local state and federal safety codes.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on hydraulic traction and machine-room-less (MRL) elevator systems including inspections lubrication adjustments and testing
- Diagnose mechanical electrical and electronic problems and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime
- Respond to emergency service calls and elevator entrapments ensuring passenger safety
- Maintain detailed service logs and documentation of all maintenance activities and repairs
- Conduct safety inspections and tests in accordance with ASME A17.1 standards and local codes
- Order and maintain inventory of spare parts tools and equipment
- Coordinate with building management tenants and contractors regarding elevator service and planned maintenance
- Identify opportunities for system improvements and modernization
- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and company safety protocols
Required Qualifications:
- Valid elevator mechanic license or certification as required by state/local jurisdiction
- Minimum 10 years of experience in elevator maintenance and repair
- Comprehensive knowledge of elevator systems including controllers motors drives governors safety circuits and door operators
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints wiring diagrams and technical manuals
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for both mechanical and electrical systems
- Proficiency with test equipment including multimeters meggers and specialized elevator diagnostic tools
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with building occupants and management
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Availability for on-call emergency response rotation
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds work in confined spaces climb ladders and work at heights stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity.
Work Environment:
This position involves working in elevator machine rooms shafts and pits with exposure to moving mechanical parts electrical current heights and varying temperatures. May require working evenings weekends or holidays for emergency calls.
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