elevator mechanic

Venture Elevator; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local elevator service provider in Calgary is looking for a skilled technician to assemble and maintain various elevator systems. The ideal candidate will handle physically demanding tasks and maintain accurate logs of work. Responsibilities include assembling escalators, inspecting wiring, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates must be residents or have valid work permits for Canada and possess the necessary tools.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Group insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Physically demanding work; must handle heavy loads.
• Must maintain logs of repairs and checks.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical or mechanical failures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install elevators and escalators.
• Inspect wiring connections and safety devices.
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Repair and maintain elevator systems.
• Adjust and test installed equipment.

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Posted on October 08, 2025 by Venture Elevator

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Job details

• Salary: 65.64 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Service
• Maintenance

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Moving walkways
• Disability elevators

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver\'s validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver\'s license

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits and compensation

• Benefits include disability benefits, paramedical services coverage, group insurance, life insurance, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA
• Long term benefits: Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Learning/training paid by employer, team building opportunities

Employment equity and support

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for persons with disabilities: participates in government or community programs; mentorship, coaching and networking opportunities
• Support for newcomers and refugees: assists with settlement needs, supports foreign credential recognition, mentorship programs
• Support for youths: on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
• Support for Indigenous people: mentorship and networking opportunities
• Support for mature workers: workspace accommodations where needed

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-11-07

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