Elevator Mechanic, Home Access

National Seating & Mobility; Bow (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Seating & Mobility is seeking a Licensed Elevator Mechanic to lead installation and service for commercial and residential elevators. You will collaborate with the project manager and sales team to meet state code regulations and pass inspections, while mentoring junior technicians.

Successful candidates possess strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a mixed office and jobsite environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience leading elevator installations.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to problem solve and think critically.
• Capable of working independently.
• Mentor and train junior technicians on site.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product, code, and compliance changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation of commercial and residential elevators and lifts.
• Attend state site inspections and ensure installations pass inspections.
• Provide routine and preventative maintenance for elevators and lifts.
• Collaborate with project manager and contractors to align with drawings and scope.
• Mentor junior technicians on-site and provide hands-on guidance and training.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions.

Skills

Hands on elevator installations

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Problem solving

Independent work

Mentor/train junior staff

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Customer focus

Education

Licensed Elevator Mechanic

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years elevator installation experience

Job description

Statement of the Position

The Licensed Elevator Mechanic position works directly under the leadership of the General Manager and in collaboration with the Project Manager and Sales team to execute timely installations and service/repair that comply with state code regulations. The Elevator Mechanic serves as lead installer and mentor/trainer for junior team members. A successful Elevator Mechanic will possess excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. This individual will also possess the ability to work independently and solve problems.

Job Details

The Licensed Elevator Mechanic position works directly under the leadership of the General Manager and in collaboration with the Project Manager and Sales team to execute timely installations and service/repair that comply with state code regulations. The Elevator Mechanic serves as lead installer and mentor/trainer for junior team members. A successful Elevator Mechanic will possess excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills. This individual will also possess the ability to work independently and solve problems.

Company Description

At all levels, working at National Seating & Mobility provides the opportunity to directly impact our client’s lives by giving them self-reliance and independence. Our teams are comprised of passionate individuals, dedicated to providing the best care to each client. We focus on abilities by leveraging technology and creating mobility solutions that are as unique as our client’s needs.

Working at National Seating & Mobility is an opportunity to build a meaningful career, while leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. Located in more than 40 states, we strive for diversity and offer an array of benefits including 401k, company paid Long Term Disability, and tuition reimbursement.

We are looking to grow our enthusiastic and engaged team at NSM.

Duties And Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Licensure Requirements:
• must maintain state issued elevator mechanic’s license and is responsible for renewing mechanic’s license as required by the state.
• Must keep current with national and state code requirements.
• Must maintain a valid state issued driver’s license and ability to operate company issued commercial vehicle with trailer.
• Meet requirements to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card to allow heavy equipment transportation.
• Serves as the primary installer for all commercial and residential elevators and lifts.
• Is responsible for attending all state site inspections and ensuring that installations meet all requirements to pass inspection.
• Is responsible for providing routine and preventative service and maintenance for commercial and residential elevators and lifts.
• Collaborate with the project manager, contractor/property owner to ensure installations align with manufacturer drawings and outlined scope of work.
• Keeps the Project Manager informed of job status, projected timelines, and installation or product issues. Proactively collaborates with the PM and Manufacturer to solve problems.
• Mentors and trains junior technicians/installers. Provide on-site guidance, training, and hands‑on experience required to qualify for state licensure.
• Remains knowledgeable and up to date on product, code, and compliance changes and developments in the Home Access and Elevator industry.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor with all internal and external interactions.
• Must maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Position May Be Measured Using The Following Performance Standards

Project completion timeline, quality of workmanship, 1st pass state inspections, successfully proving training and mentorship.

Work Environment

This job operates in a mixed environment of professional office and jobsite. This role routinely uses all mechanical and electrical tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete project installations. This role also routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and scanners.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift 100+ pounds. The employee is regularly required to drive a commercial vehicle and trailer to and from the job site. Requires the ability to routinely climb ladders stairs and work at elevated heights daily. The employee will be required to stand, bend, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and operate mechanical and electrical tools and equipment.

Competencies

Required Education, Experience & Competencies

• Hands on experience leading elevator installations.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Problem solving and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently.
• Highly collaborative disposition.
• Organizational Skills.
• Computer Proficiency.
• Customer/Client Focus

Education And Experience

• Licensed Elevator Mechanic.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct elevator installation experience.
• Working knowledge of the most current Home Access & Elevator technology and products in the industry.