Elevator Mechanic & Troubleshooting Technician

UT Health San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a skilled elevator and escalator technician under direct supervision to assist with maintenance and repair of conveyances. You will respond to trouble reports, diagnose problems, and restore equipment to serviceable status in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include repairing elevators, escalators, and dumb-waiters, installing controls, lubricating bearings, and following safety and OSHA regulations. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge of elevator maintenance and repair with ability to use hand and power tools and testing devices.
• Ability to read schematics and follow troubleshooting protocols.
• Adheres to safety/OSHA regulations and building codes.
• Strong communication skills and attention to quality.
• Ability to perform inspections as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains elevators, escalators, and dumb-waiters to meet safety regulations and building codes.
• Locates and determines causes of trouble in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems using testing tools.
• Disassembles defective units and repairs or replaces parts using hand tools.
• Installs push-button controls and other devices to modernize elevators.
• Lubricates bearings and other parts to minimize friction.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Read schematics

Safety/OSHA compliance

Verbal and written communication

Inspection ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test lamps

Ammeters

Voltmeters

Job description

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a skilled elevator and escalator technician under direct supervision to assist with maintenance and repair of conveyances. You will respond to trouble reports, diagnose problems, and restore equipment to serviceable status in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include repairing elevators, escalators, and dumb-waiters, installing controls, lubricating bearings, and following safety and OSHA regulations. A valid driver's license is required.