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McKinley

Elevator Installation - Mechanic

Hayward, CA · On-site

$50 - $58/hr

Nevada Elevator License * Ability to install all accessibility industry products * Ability to ... Expertise with the Vertical Transportation Industry * Assist lead installer in the installation ...

ATIS

Elevator Inspector - Chicago

Chicago, IL · On-site

As consultants we leverage our decades of industry experience to assist our clients in everything from engineering and designing new elevator installations to assessing existing equipment ...

American Elevator Group

Elevator Helper

Windber, PA · On-site

Responsibilities: * Assist the Mechanic with the repairs of elevators. * Transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from work sites. * Hold, position, and secure parts during installation or ...

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Elevator Inspector - Texas

Dallas, TX · On-site

As consultants we leverage our decades of industry experience to assist our clients in everything from engineering and designing new elevator installations to assessing existing equipment ...

American Elevator Group

Elevator Helper

Windber, PA · On-site

Responsibilities: * Assist the Mechanic with the repairs of elevators. * Transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from work sites. * Hold, position, and secure parts during installation or ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant elevator installer in the United States is $16.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Elevator Installer vs Elevator Installer?

AspectAssistant Elevator InstallerElevator Installer
CredentialsHigh school diploma, on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma, apprenticeship, certifications
Work EnvironmentAssist with installation, maintenance, and repair tasksLead installation, troubleshooting, and complex repairs
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level support roles in elevator construction companiesPrimary roles in elevator installation and service companies
Search & Comparison IntentCompare entry-level support roles with skilled positionsCompare support roles with fully qualified elevator installers

The main difference between an Assistant Elevator Installer and an Elevator Installer lies in experience, responsibilities, and certifications. Assistant Elevator Installers typically support skilled installers with basic tasks and require less formal training. Elevator Installers are responsible for leading installations, troubleshooting, and require certifications and more experience. Both roles are essential in the elevator industry, but the Elevator Installer holds a more advanced position with greater responsibilities.

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Elevator Installation - Mechanic

Elevator Installation - Mechanic

McKinley Equipment

Hayward, CA • On-site

$50 - $58/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Qualifications:
  • CAT or CA CCCM Limited License
  • Nevada Elevator License
  • Ability to install all accessibility industry products
  • Ability to properly lead and train apprentices
  • Ability to meet all installation budgets
  • Excellent verbal; written communication skills and solid writing and grammar skills
  • Highly organized; reliable and punctual
  • Ability to work harmoniously with the public and co-workers
  • Ability to successfully prioritize and meet customer needs
  • Computer skills and proficiency including Microsoft office and other cloud based products
  • Knowledgeable in basic hand tool and power tool functions
  • Solid mechanical skills
  • Strong attention to details and accuracy
  • Trustworthy and maintains confidentiality
  • Excellent problem-solver
  • High School Degree or Equivalent plus 2 years industry experience
  • Maintain a valid California Driver's License and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:
  • Expertise with the Vertical Transportation Industry
  • Assist lead installer in the installation, trouble shooting and repair of various types of accessibility equipment
  • Expertise with blueprints to determine the layout of system components
  • Expertise to assemble elevator cars and components
  • Expertise to connect electrical wiring to control panels and motors
  • Expertise with testing newly installed equipment to ensure that it meets specifications
  • Expertise with the organizations relevant to the Vertical Transportation Industry
  • Expertise with National Applicable Codes and Regulations
  • Expertise with Accessibility Industry terms
  • Expertise with types of accessibility and residential equipment
  • Expertise with Elevator Industry Field Employees Safety Handbook
  • Expertise with basic electricity and electrical symbols and meanings
  • Expertise with electrical schematics
  • Expertise with troubleshooting conveyance systems; including brakes, motors, switches, hydraulics and control systems
  • Expertise with tools and equipment required to complete the installation safely
  • Expertise with site conditions and what is required to complete the installation
  • Expertise with all components of the conveyances to properly identify each piece and its use to properly assemble the conveyance
  • Expertise with all product installation manuals
  • Expertise with hydraulic pipe fitting and bending
  • Expertise with EMT bending
  • Expertise with Soft Skills Training (critical thinking, teamwork, effective communication and resiliency)
  • Expertise with and read the installation manual cover to cover prior to commencing any installation
  • Expertise with iPhone and apps, iPad and processing work orders in ServiceMax (SMAX) including creating Dash-1 work orders
  • Optional enroll in the CAT Program (Certified Accessibility Technician) and progress through/complete Courses 2, 3 and 4
  • Ability to properly/correctly perform tasks with less supervision industry time guidelines
  • Private Residence Elevator (PRE) - Expertise in Hydraulics; including 1:2 Rope Drive System, Pumps and Motors, Check Valve, Pressure Gauges, Static Pressure, Manual Lowering, Overpressure Relief Valve, and Shutoff Valve
  • PRE - Expertise In Power-Supply and Wiring (Hoistway wiring, in-car lighting, telephone requirements, traveling cables, and travel cables)
  • PRE - Expertise in Battery - Emergency Lowering
  • PRE - Expertise in wiring temp power to controllers on jobsites
  • PRE - Expertise in Drive Systems (winding drum, hydraulic, pneumatic, and chain)
  • PRE - Expertise in rail brackets and rail installation
  • PRE - Expertise in reading and comprehending layout drawings
  • PRE - Expertise with the Car and Sling (assembling the sling, installing safeties, installing the platform, cab alignment and clearances)
  • PRE - Expertise with Entrances (landing doors, side slide doors), Car Doors, Interlocks and Gate Locks and Contacts
  • PRE - Expertise with steps to take Prior to leaving the jobsite. (Safety Check, Operation Check and Installation Checklist Completion, properly document customer punchlist items)
  • Communicate well with Customers, Lead Installer and dispatcher
  • Maintain hand tools necessary for this trade with excellent tools/parts inventory knowledge
  • Ability to follow direction as well as work independently
  • Demonstrate competence and proficiency in the field
  • Contribute to team effort by performing additional duties as requested
  • Demonstrate/show proof of competency of Mechanic Skillsets

Qualifications:
  • CAT or CA CCCM Limited License
  • Nevada Elevator License
  • City of LA - Full elevator license
  • Ability to properly lead and train apprentices
  • Ability to meet all installation budgets
  • Excellent verbal; written communication skills and solid writing and grammar skills
  • Highly organized; reliable and punctual
  • Ability to work harmoniously with the public and co-workers
  • Ability to successfully prioritize and meet customer needs
  • Computer skills and proficiency including Microsoft office and other cloud based products
  • Knowledgeable in basic hand tool and power tool functions
  • Solid mechanical skills
  • Strong attention to details and accuracy
  • Trustworthy and maintains confidentiality
  • Excellent problem-solver
  • High School Degree or Equivalent plus 2 years industry experience
  • Maintain a valid California Driver's License and a clean driving record

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged sitting and standing
  • Frequent customer interaction, must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate with others
  • Must be able to see well enough to drive, read electronic screens and electrical schematics and service/operation manuals
  • Ability to hear, smell and touch
  • Grasping/Feeling: must be able to write, type, and use hand and power tools
  • Ability to think and process information quickly, clearly and accurately
  • Strong reasoning ability; able to apply common sense, understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved, written or oral instructions; able to deal logically with problems & people
  • Physically fit for lifting and moving equipment (up to 50 pounds)
  • Ability to stand and work on ladder
  • Ability to be led, ability to follow instructions, make suggestions and are willing to learn
  • Ability to push, pull and perform overhead work
  • Ability to work with various hand and power tools
  • Finger Dexterity - use of finger/fine manipulation. The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position
  • Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
  • Multi-limb coordination - The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing or lying down
  • Visualization - The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
  • Flexibility - The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms and or legs
  • Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to manufacturer's guidelines. Maximize efficiency
  • Depth Perception - The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object
  • Gross Body Equilibrium - The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
  • Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
  • Reaction Time - the ability to quickly respond to a signal, e.g. sound, light picture, etc. when it appears
  • Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing
  • Visual Color Discrimination - The ability to match or detect differences between color, including shades of color and brightness
  • Must be able to climb into/out of vehicle several times per day using 3 points of contact
  • Must be able to use hands and arms to steer and to finger controls and adjust controls needed inside of vehicle
  • Must be able to walk for short periods and navigate stairs
  • Must have enough leg and foot control to climb into vehicle, operate foot controls and safely navigate vehicle through traffic and weather
  • Must able to bend, stoop, crawl and squat in order to perform a vehicle inspection
  • Move two or more limbs together while remaining in place
  • React quickly using hands, fingers and feet
  • Determine the distance between objects; see objects in low light and while moving forward see objects off to the side

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