Lift Technician
A local and nationally represented company specialising in the supply, installation and maintenance of products for the vertical lifting industry is looking for a Lift Technician who will be primarily responsible for servicing, preventative maintenance and repair work on Elevators and Escalators.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
- Assemble, install, repair, and maintain and service lifts (passenger, goods, stair lifts) and escalators using hand and power tools, testing devices such as test lamps, ammeters, and voltmeters.
- Connect electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Adjust safety controls, counterweights, door mechanisms, and components such as valves, ratchets, seals, and brake linings.
- Check that safety regulations and building codes are met, and complete service reports verifying condition of lift and conformance to standards.
- Locate malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and signal and control systems, using test equipment.
- Willing to work planned overtime and after hours standby schedule
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- Trade Tested as a Lift Technician / Lift Mechanic
- University qualified
- Electrical and mechanical training an advantage
- Electrical Skills
- Mechanical Skills
- Knowledge of Hydraulics
- Driver's License
- 4 - 5 year working experience as above
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