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Elevator Technician

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$32 - $52/hr

This role involves the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential elevators and accessibility equipment in both residential and light commercial environments throughout the ...

McKinley

Elevator Installation - Mechanic

Hayward, CA

$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 ...

Insparisk LLC

QEI Elevator Inspector

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$40/hr

NAESA * Prior experience in elevator installation, maintenance, or inspection is preferred. * Strong knowledge of elevator and escalator codes and standards (such as ANSI A17.1/ASME A17.7 and ...

Carolina Home Lift, Inc

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Elevator Service and Installation Technician

Asheville, NC · On-site

$24 - $60/hr

Now Hiring - Elevator Service and Installation Technicians Carolina Home Lift, Inc is actively hiring Elevator Service/Installation Technicians to install, maintain, service, and modernize ...

Insparisk LLC

QEI Elevator Inspector

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$50 - $75/hr

NAESA * Prior experience in elevator installation, maintenance, or inspection is preferred. * Strong knowledge of elevator and escalator codes and standards (such as ANSI A17.1/ASME A17.7 and ...

Insparisk LLC

QEI Elevator Inspector

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$40 - $80/hr

NAESA * Prior experience in elevator installation, maintenance, or inspection is preferred. * Strong knowledge of elevator and escalator codes and standards (such as ANSI A17.1/ASME A17.7 and ...

Elevator Services Group

Elevator Mechanic

Austin, TX

$35 - $55/hr

Two year's experience installing and/or repairing elevator telephone and emergency telephone equipment or low Voltage. * Excellent customer service skills * Ability to work independently * Ability to ...

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Elevator Technician

Liftology

King Of Prussia, PA • On-site

$32 - $52/hr

Full-time

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Job description

This role involves the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential

elevators and accessibility equipment in both residential and light commercial environments

throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.

We are specifically seeking candidates with experience working on:


✔ Residential Elevators (ASME A17.1 / A17.7)

✔ Vertical Platform Lifts & Wheelchair Lifts

✔ Stairlifts & Accessibility Equipment

✔ Light Commercial Mobility Lifts (ASME A18.1)

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, excellent

customer communication, and the ability to work independently in the field.


RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair:

● Residential elevators

● Vertical platform lifts (VPLs)

● Stairlifts

● Overhead patient lifts

● Vehicle lifts

● Accessibility ramps and related equipment

Additional Responsibilities:

● Perform preventative maintenance and service calls

● Read and interpret wiring diagrams, shop drawings, and construction blueprints

● Evaluate project conditions at residential and commercial job sites

● Coordinate with clients, contractors, inspectors, and manufacturers throughout

installations and service work

● Maintain a high level of workmanship, professionalism, and safety

● Complete digital job documentation and communicate updates clearly with management

and customers

Manufacturers May Include:

Bruno, Harmar, Savaria, Pollock, PVE, Human Care, National Ramp, and other residential

elevator and accessibility brands.


QUALIFICATIONS


Required

● Current Elevator Mechanic License

OR

● Minimum 3 years of verifiable industry experience with residential elevators, wheelchair

lifts, stairlifts, or related accessibility equipment with the ability to obtain state licensure


Preferred Experience

● Residential elevator installation and service

● Accessibility and mobility equipment

● Electrical troubleshooting and low-voltage wiring

● Mechanical assembly and field service work

● Customer-facing field service experience


Skills & Abilities

● Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability

● Ability to read wiring diagrams, installation manuals, and blueprints

● Comfortable using a wide variety of hand and power tools

● Strong communication and customer service skills

● Computer and smartphone literacy for digital service documentation

● Professional appearance and dependable work ethic

● Strong attention to detail and safety


Physical Requirements

● Ability to safely lift up to 100 lbs

● Ability to work in residential construction environments, including stairs and tight spaces

● Ability to enter and exit service vehicles repeatedly throughout the day


Additional Requirements

● Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

● Ability to pass background screening

● Reliable transportation to/from reporting location