About the role
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.
Position Summary Reporting to the Lead Mechanic, the Elevator Installation Mechanic Apprentice assists in the installation of elevators and related equipment in residential, commercial, and institutional settings, such as homes, schools, and churches. The position requires a hands-on approach to mechanical and electrical tasks, with a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Job Location: Calgary
Responsibilities
- Always adhere to safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
- Work as part of a team under the direction of the Lead Mechanic, ensuring clear communication and teamwork.
- Drive to job site locations or arrange carpooling with the Lead Mechanic as needed.
- Ensure all installations meet technical specifications and quality standards, completing installations on time and within allocated hours.
- Maintain professional behavior, courtesy, and ethical standards when interacting with customers, colleagues, and other trades.
- Perform physically demanding tasks such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Be able to lift and move heavy objects as part of the job.
- Troubleshoot issues during installation and collaborate with the Lead Mechanic to ensure flawless functionality of the elevator upon completion.
- Represent the company professionally, using good judgment and maintaining a polite demeanor when dealing with customers.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Lead Mechanic in alignment with the role.
Mindset, Skills & Education
- Energetic, eager, tenacious!
- Grade 12 education is mandatory. Additional courses in electrical systems will be considered an asset.
- Sound mechanical and electrical aptitude, with a strong interest in building, repairing, and constructing.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing, clean police check, and bondable.
- Positive attitude, enthusiastic, willing to learn, and capable of maintaining a neat and clean appearance.
- Strong listening and communication skills to effectively interact with team members and customers.
- Must be physically capable of performing the job’s demanding activities.
About Savaria
Savaria (TSX:SIS) is a global leader in accessibility. We design and build home elevators, commercial and home accessibility lifts, and stairlifts. Our patient care segment offers medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings for institutional settings and homecare. Savaria employs over 2400 people around the world with 15 manufacturing/distribution facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.
About the role
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.
Position Summary Reporting to the Lead Mechanic, the Elevator Installation Mechanic Apprentice assists in the installation of elevators and related equipment in residential, commercial, and institutional settings, such as homes, schools, and churches. The position requires a hands-on approach to mechanical and electrical tasks, with a focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Job Location: Calgary
Responsibilities
- Always adhere to safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
- Work as part of a team under the direction of the Lead Mechanic, ensuring clear communication and teamwork.
- Drive to job site locations or arrange carpooling with the Lead Mechanic as needed.
- Ensure all installations meet technical specifications and quality standards, completing installations on time and within allocated hours.
- Maintain professional behavior, courtesy, and ethical standards when interacting with customers, colleagues, and other trades.
- Perform physically demanding tasks such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. Be able to lift and move heavy objects as part of the job.
- Troubleshoot issues during installation and collaborate with the Lead Mechanic to ensure flawless functionality of the elevator upon completion.
- Represent the company professionally, using good judgment and maintaining a polite demeanor when dealing with customers.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Lead Mechanic in alignment with the role.
Mindset, Skills & Education
- Energetic, eager, tenacious!
- Grade 12 education is mandatory. Additional courses in electrical systems will be considered an asset.
- Sound mechanical and electrical aptitude, with a strong interest in building, repairing, and constructing.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing, clean police check, and bondable.
- Positive attitude, enthusiastic, willing to learn, and capable of maintaining a neat and clean appearance.
- Strong listening and communication skills to effectively interact with team members and customers.
- Must be physically capable of performing the job’s demanding activities.
About Savaria
Savaria (TSX:SIS) is a global leader in accessibility. We design and build home elevators, commercial and home accessibility lifts, and stairlifts. Our patient care segment offers medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings for institutional settings and homecare. Savaria employs over 2400 people around the world with 15 manufacturing/distribution facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.