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Elevator Mechanic

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English

Job summary

Assemble, install, inspect, test, adjust, repair, and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways, dumbwaiters, and their electrical and mechanical systems. Troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance and safety checks, instruct apprentices, and document repairs and inspections.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience 5 years or more On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment Noisy At heights Confined spaces Work setting Service Maintenance Repair 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 Repair and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways and related equipment Install and wire electric and electronic control system devices Instruct apprentices Install, test and adjust safety control devices Test operation of newly installed equipment Disassemble defective units and repair or replace suspect parts Adjust valves, ratchets, seals, brake linings and other components Carry out preventative maintenance programs to ensure public safety Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical systems failures Maintain log books that detail all repairs and checks performed Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Install and wire electronic control systems Test devices such as test lamps, ammeters and voltmeters Hydraulic elevators Solid state devices Traction elevators Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Own vehicle Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Handling heavy loads Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Own tools/equipment Tools Safety equipment/gear Steel-toed safety boots Ear plugs Personal suitability Accurate Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Life insurance Pension plan

What you’ll do

Assemble, install, inspect, test, adjust, repair, and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways, dumbwaiters, and their electrical and mechanical systems. Troubleshoot failures, perform preventive maintenance and safety checks, instruct apprentices, and document repairs and inspections.

Requirements

Requires a college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a one- to two-year program and at least five years of experience. The role also requires a valid driver's licence, access to a vehicle and tools, and the ability to work in noisy, confined, and elevated environments while handling physically demanding tasks.

Benefits

  • Dental Plan
  • Disability Benefits
  • Health Care Plan
  • Vision Care Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Pension Plan

Listed skills

  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Elevator Installation
  • Elevator Repair And Maintenance
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Electronic Control Systems
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Control Testing
  • Equipment Testing And Adjustment
  • Hydraulic Elevators
  • Traction Elevators
  • Solid-State Devices
  • Apprentice Instruction
  • Repair Documentation
  • Heavy Equipment Handling
  • Teamwork

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Security & Safety