Elevator Service Technician — Top Pay + CET Growth

Elevated Facility Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

401(k) match

Top pay in the industry

CET training program advancement

Job summary

Start Elevator is seeking an experienced Elevator Service Technician to perform advanced maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and service elevators and related equipment in the New York and New Jersey markets.

The role requires a valid elevator license (NY/NYC or NJ), CET certification preferred, and at least 5+ years of elevator service experience. You will work in commercial buildings and respond to service calls, with on-call rotation and strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Elevator Mechanic License: New York (State/NYC) or New Jersey.
• CET (Certified Elevator Technician) certification preferred if not required by jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems on elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, and lifts.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and safety inspections per NYC DOB, NYS, and NJ DCA requirements.
• Conduct annual and periodic safety tests to ensure proper operation of safety devices.
• Respond to service calls, including emergency repairs, and participate in on-call rotation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Identify equipment deficiencies and recommend modernization, repair, or replacement solutions.
• Ensure all work complies with company standards, union agreements (if applicable), and safety regulations.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and provide professional communication on job status and repairs.

Skills

Elevator experience

Schematics reading

Diagnostic tools

Controller experience

Education

High school diploma

Elevator license (NY/NYC or NJ)

CET certification preferred

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electrical testing equipment

Elevator controllers (Otis/Schindler/etc.)

Job description

Start Elevator is seeking an experienced Elevator Service Technician to perform advanced maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and service elevators and related equipment in the New York and New Jersey markets.

The role requires a valid elevator license (NY/NYC or NJ), CET certification preferred, and at least 5+ years of elevator service experience. You will work in commercial buildings and respond to service calls, with on-call rotation and strong emphasis on safety and compliance.