Elevator Mechanic - MA, NH, VT, ME and RI

Garaventa Lift, a division of Savaria, is currently one of the largest accessibility and mobility companies in North America. It operates across the US and Canada, offering a wide range of accessibility solutions from platform lifts and elevators to seat lifts. Garaventa North America has been in business for over forty-five years and currently offers coast-to-coast products and services coverage, becoming a prominent reality in Canada and the US with over five hundred employees.

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

OVERVIEW:

The Elevator Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining elevators in commercial and residential buildings. In addition, they will inspect elevator systems and identify issues and troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical problems. This position must be licensed in one of the following states: MA, NH, CT, ME OR VT. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all installation work is completed per job requirements
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed during installation
• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints
• Provide excellent customer service while on-site
• Conduct field service visits to ensure elevator functionality
• Perform regular maintenance tasks to keep elevators in optimal condition
• Ensures jobsite is neat and clean
• Works with inspectors to ensure work passes all required inspections

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All mechanics may be required to supervise apprentices 

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with customers on a positive basis
• Reliable and punctual 
• Ability to multi-task 
• Organized and structured 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, dimensional drawings/specifications and procedural manuals. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: