Mechanic

American Elevator Group; Aberdeen Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the elevator service sector is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing installation and modernization of elevators, ensuring safety compliance, and troubleshooting mechanical issues. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including employer-covered health insurance and a 401(k) plan. If you have a passion for hands-on work and a desire to advance in a growing field, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

90% Employer-Covered Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Modernization or Construction elevator mechanic.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Performs elevator installation and modernization work.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs hoist motors and related equipment.
• Tests new installations to ensure compliance with elevator codes.

Skills

Elevator Installation

Troubleshooting Electrical Issues

Blueprint Reading

Mechanical Repairs

Safety Compliance Testing

Tools

Hoists

Ladders

Electrical Wiring Tools

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Jersey Elevator is part of American Elevator Group (AEG), the largest independent elevator service company in North America, operating throughout the United States. Backed by Arcline Investment Management, AEG has a significant footprint in the elevator industry and is rapidly growing.

Responsibilities

1. Performs elevator installation and modernization work. Tests and adjusts safety features such as speed, acceleration, leveling, braking, emergency stop, and alarm bells.
2. Installs/replaces electronic control panels, switches, relays, signal devices, electric motors, generators, and related equipment.
3. Inspects, maintains, and repairs hoist motors, machinery, governors, door mechanisms, cables, hydraulic buffers, pumps, brakes, rails, guides, and related equipment.
4. Reads and interprets blueprints to determine system layout and equipment needs.
5. Assembles elevator cars, installing platforms, walls, and doors.
6. Connects electrical wiring to control panels and motors.
7. Tests new installations to ensure compliance with elevator codes.
8. Troubleshoots malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
9. Dismantles elevator components to access and replace defective parts, using hoists, ladders, and tools.
10. Repairs or replaces faulty components to restore elevator operation.
11. Ability to travel weekly overnight stays, minimum 2 nights.

Minimum Qualifications

4+ years of experience as a Modernization or Construction elevator mechanic, ability to read blueprints and technical documents, experience with on-site installation, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues.

Licenses Required

• Valid driver's license
• Maryland Mechanics License or ability to obtain within 60 days
• West Virginia Mechanics License or ability to obtain within 60 days

Preferred Certifications

• CET Certification or NEIEP Certification

Benefits

Competitive salary, 90% employer-covered health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, flexible work, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AEG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or other protected factors.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Facilities Services