Modernization Apprentice

Elevated Facility Services (Austin TX, USA) Follow 30 days ago

Company Overview

Elevated, the fastest-growing independent elevator services provider in the nation, is proudly powered by APi Group, a global leader in safety and specialty services. Elevated operates in 58 markets across 22 states, bringing together the industry’s best technicians to deliver exceptional service backed by APi Group's world-class corporate infrastructure. With over 500 locations globally, APi Group reinforces Elevated’s local operations, ensuring our technicians can thrive and deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs.

Job Summary

Assist in complete modernizations and repairs for hydraulic and traction elevators that include installing microprocessor controllers, door equipment, pumping units, hoist machines, wiring and connections, fixtures, hoist ropes, packings, etc.

Responsibilities and Duties

Successfully complete modernizations and repairs in a professional and profitable manner.
Conducts repair. Modernizations and inspections of elevators, and related devices to ensure their effective and efficient operation and conformance to safety regulations and OSHA requirements.
Performs annual tests to ensure the proper operation of safety devices during final inspections
Assists in determining the suitability of present elevator equipment, proposed modifications and new equipment.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Education and Knowledge:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Certified Elevator Technician degree or Elevator Mechanic License, preferred
Knowledge and skill in the use of hand and electrical tools such as grinders, drill motors and coring machines.
Knowledge and skill in the use of electrical reading and testing equipment, hoisting and rigging equipment, chain tackles, etc.

Environmental Demands:

Physical Requirements- Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, climb ladders, and walk beams. Must be able to lift and carry tools and materials weighing in excess of 50 pounds and be able to raise and carry with assistance items weighing 200 pounds. Must be able to work from high ladders and scaffolding. Must be able to work safely in close proximity to moving and working equipment. Must be available to work on an on-call basis in cases of emergency.

Work Environment- may work in dusty and dirty places such as elevator shafts, and pits or other mechanical spaces where temperatures may exceed 100 and equipment may be oily and greasy.

Benefits and Perks