elevator constructor-mechanic

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• Noisy
• At heights
• Confined spaces

Work setting

• Construction

Responsibilities

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
• Install and wire electric and electronic control system devices
• Instruct apprentices
• Install, test and adjust safety control devices
• Test operation of newly installed equipment
• Adjust valves, ratchets, seals, brake linings and other components

Credentials

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

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Install and wire electronic control systems
• Dumbwaiters
• Escalators
• Hydraulic elevators
• Moving walkways
• Traction elevators
• Disability elevators

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities