Description

Elevator constructors and mechanics assemble, install, maintain and repair freight and passenger elevators, escalators, moving walkways and other related equipment. They are employed by elevator construction and maintenance companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Job Titles

• Elevator constructor
• Elevator mechanic
• Elevator mechanic apprentice
• Escalator repairer

Main Duties

• Read and interpret blueprints to determine layout of system components
• Perform preparatory construction work including steel work, wiring and piping
• Install elevators, escalators, moving walkways, dumbwaiters and related equipment according to specifications
• Connect car frames to counterweights with cables and assemble elevator cars
• Install and wire electric and electronic control system devices
• Install, test and adjust safety control devices
• Test operation of newly installed equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical systems failures
• Disassemble defective units and repair or replace worn or suspect parts
• Adjust valves, ratchets, seals, brake linings and other components
• Carry out preventative maintenance programs to ensure public safety.

Workplaces

• Elevator construction and maintenance companies

Skills

• Preventative Maintenance
• Repairing
• Troubleshooting
• Equipment and Tool Selection
• Quality Control Testing

Abilities

• Body Flexibility
• Depth Perception
• Gross Body Equilibrium
• Sound Localization
• Trunk Strength

Personal Attributes

• Adaptability
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Independence

Source: OaSIS