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Elevator Mechanic

Job in Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana, 47401, USA
Listing for: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-08
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 95000 USD Yearly USD 95000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities works to ensure that Indiana University campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations, maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at IU Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide‑ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well‑functioning campus.

Job Summary
  • Maintains and repairs elevators, escalators, chairlifts, conveyors, and machine rooms/pits. Inspects wiring connection, control panel hookups, door installation, and alignment and clearance of car hoistway.
  • Operates elevator to determine power demand and tests power consumption to detect overload factors. Reads schematics and troubleshoots elevator malfunctions. May perform acceptance and routine inspections, witness tests, and report results of the inspection and testing.
  • Orders parts through supervisor. Repairs and replaces worn/damaged components as needed. Cleans, repairs, or replaces controller components as needed. Cleans machine room and elevator pits.
  • Removes passengers from stuck elevators.
  • Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.
  • Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
  • Drives vehicle.
Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

  • DOL certificate in applicable trade
  • 5 years verifiable journey level experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

  • Valid Indiana elevator mechanic license upon date of hire
  • Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

SKILLS

Required

  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills
  • Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
  • Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
  • Highly thorough and dependable
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
  • Excellent organizational skills

Ability to represent the company with external constituents

Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion

Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Ability to build strong customer relationships

Ability to successfully complete required training programs.

Ability to learn how to safely use relevant hand and power tools associated with the trade. Equipment utilized:
Use of computers, meters, stationary equipment and basic hand tools and specialized equipment.

Ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.

Ability to use a computer.

May be required to obtain and maintain a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) license.

May be required to acquire and maintain OSHA required certifications.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in installation, maintenance, and repair of elevator systems and equipment.

Ability to perform troubleshooting, installation, and inspection.

Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one'sself in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections.

The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$46.15 per hour

$95,992.00 annually

Benefits Overview
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings…
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