Elevator Technician

Arise Elevators; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arise Elevators in Houston, TX is seeking a full-time Elevator Technician to maintain, repair, and modernize commercial elevator equipment across multiple brands. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure safety and reliability in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

You will collaborate with contractors and building managers on modernization projects while communicating clearly with customers and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in the elevator industry.
• Proficient in maintenance and repair of commercial elevator systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, control, and safety-system issues.
• Strong understanding of electrical components relevant to elevator operation and control systems.
• Current Texas elevator mechanic license, or equivalent trade certification, preferred.
• Experience with major brands (Otis, Schindler, Kone, ThyssenKrupp, etc.) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of applicable safety codes, regulations, and industry standards for elevator installation and service.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.
• Reliable on-site presence in Houston, TX, with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer locations within the Houston area.
• Effective communication skills and capacity to work independently or in small teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on commercial elevator equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and complete repairs.
• Document all work in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Respond to service calls, including urgent and after-hours requests.
• Collaborate with general contractors and building managers on modernization projects and new installations.
• Communicate clearly with customers and provide accurate status updates.

Skills

Elevator maintenance

Troubleshooting elevators

Electrical knowledge

Reading schematics

License held or eligible

Brand experience

Job description

Company Description

Arise Elevators is a Houston-based commercial elevator service company focused on responsive, direct customer support without call centers or long contract lock-ins. The team includes Texas-licensed mechanics with over 25 years of hands-on experience across all major elevator brands, providing maintenance, repairs, modernization, and new installations. The company emphasizes transparency by publishing pricing, service-level agreements, and industry playbooks so building owners know exactly what to expect. Arise Elevators is insured, operates within a 100-mile radius of Houston, and prioritizes fast response times and honest assessments of equipment condition. The culture is service-driven, technician-led, and centered on reliability and straightforward communication with clients.

Role Description

The Elevator Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Houston, TX, responsible for maintaining, repairing, and modernizing commercial elevator equipment across multiple brands. Daily tasks include performing scheduled preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, completing repairs, and documenting all work in accordance with company and regulatory standards. The technician will respond to service calls, including urgent and after-hours requests, ensuring elevators are safe, compliant, and operating reliably. The role also involves working with general contractors and building managers on modernization projects and new installations, following technical specifications and safety procedures. Technicians are expected to communicate clearly with customers, provide accurate status updates, and uphold Arise Elevators’ commitment to responsive, transparent service.

Qualifications

• 4+ Years with hands on experience in the elevator industry
• Strong skills in elevator maintenance and general maintenance & repair for commercial elevator systems.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting elevators, including diagnosing mechanical, control, and safety-system issues.
• Solid understanding of electricity and electrical components relevant to elevator operation and control systems.
• Current or eligible Texas elevator mechanic license, or equivalent trade certification, preferred.
• Experience working with major elevator brands (e.g., Otis, Schindler, Kone, ThyssenKrupp, and others) is beneficial.
• Knowledge of applicable safety codes, regulations, and industry standards for elevator installation and service.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.
• Reliable on-site presence in Houston, TX, with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer locations within the Houston area.
• Effective communication skills, professional customer interaction, and capacity to work independently or in small teams.