Elevator Mechanic, Home Access

About the Role

The Licensed Elevator Mechanic works directly under the leadership of the General Manager and in collaboration with the Project Manager and Sales team to execute timely installations and service/repair that comply with state code regulations. The Elevator Mechanic serves as lead installer and mentor/trainer for junior team members. A successful Elevator Mechanic will possess excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently to solve problems.

At all levels, working at National Seating & Mobility provides the opportunity to directly impact our clients' lives by giving them self-reliance and independence. Our teams are comprised of passionate individuals dedicated to providing the best care to each client. We focus on abilities by leveraging technology and creating mobility solutions that are as unique as our clients' needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain state-issued elevator mechanic’s license and renew it as required by the state.
• Keep current with national and state code requirements.
• Maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license and operate company-issued commercial vehicle with trailer.
• Obtain and maintain a DOT medical card to allow heavy equipment transportation.
• Serve as the primary installer for all commercial and residential elevators and lifts.
• Attend all state site inspections and ensure installations meet all requirements to pass inspection.
• Provide routine and preventative service and maintenance for commercial and residential elevators and lifts.
• Collaborate with the project manager, contractor, and property owner to ensure installations align with manufacturer drawings and outlined scope of work.
• Keep the Project Manager informed of job status, projected timelines, and installation or product issues.
• Proactively collaborate with the Project Manager and Manufacturer to solve problems.
• Mentor and train junior technicians/installers, providing on-site guidance, training, and hands-on experience required to qualify for state licensure.
• Remain knowledgeable and up to date on product, code, and compliance changes in the Home Access and Elevator industry.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in all internal and external interactions.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Performance Standards

• Project completion timeline.
• Quality of workmanship.
• First-pass state inspections.
• Successful training and mentorship.

Work Environment

This job operates in a mixed environment of professional office and jobsite. This role routinely uses all mechanical and electrical tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete project installations, as well as standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanners.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to lift 100+ pounds.
• Regularly required to drive a commercial vehicle and trailer to and from the job site.
• Ability to routinely climb ladders, stairs, and work at elevated heights daily.
• Required to stand, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods of time.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and operate mechanical and electrical tools and equipment.

Requirements

• Licensed Elevator Mechanic.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct elevator installation experience.
• Working knowledge of the most current Home Access & Elevator technology and products in the industry.
• Hands-on experience leading elevator installations.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Highly collaborative disposition.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Customer/client focus.

Benefits

• 401k.
• Company-paid Long Term Disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.