Elevator Mechanic - Dallas​/Fort Worth, Texas

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Full Time Dallas, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition

Baxter Residential Elevators, a division of Savaria USA, Inc. is looking for hard working, talented, and curious Elevator Mechanics and Service Technicians to join our team in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

As a publicly traded, global leader in accessibility and elevator solutions, Savaria (TSX:SIS) has over 2,500 employees across more than 10 countries. We operate throughout North America, Europe, and Australia specializing in the design, manufacture, sales, installation, and service of mobility equipment ranging from home elevators to mid-rise passenger elevators and even stairlifts.

Located in Frisco, Texas, Baxter Residential Elevators is a Savaria direct store with a fantastic team of salespeople, technicians, project managers and office support staff. We are growing our footprint in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area by providing the best installation and service of residential and commercial elevators, stairway chairlifts, dumbwaiters, and wheelchair lifts throughout Texas.

An Elevator Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining elevators in commercial and residential buildings. In addition, they will inspect elevator systems prior to and after commissioning, troubleshoot, identify, and resolve mechanical and electrical problems across various different types of elevator and mobility products.

• Read and interpret electrical diagrams/schematics, blueprints, drawings, and technical manuals
• Possess strong mechanical problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Perform regular maintenance tasks to keep elevators in optimal condition
• Work with inspectors to test equipment ensuring all installations are completed safely and in accordance with local laws prior to customer handover
• Confirm all installation work is completed in accordance with manufacturer and customer requirements
• Follow all local, national, and company safety procedures while working
• Keep all jobsites neat, clean, and organized

• Mechanics may be required to supervise apprentices

Successful applicants will possess the following:

• Great critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• An ability to positively interact with customers on a regular basis.
• Be reliable and punctual
• Have the ability to multi-task
• Be organized and structured

• Ability to read and understand English, to write daily reports (end of day, service reports, etc.) and email correspondence is required.

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4 years of experience installing residential elevators, wheelchair lifts and LULA elevators
• Ability to read and understand installation drawings including electrical schematics
• General problem solving knowledge with a focus on industrial mechanics
• Knowledge of ASME A17.1 and A18.1 is a bonus

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook/Email

• The employee must be able to lift heavy loads >=50 lbs regularly

• This position works in an environment with moderate noise levels
• This position works both indoors and outdoors in both hot and cold conditions

• Some overnight travel may be required. Employee must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record - Company provides company vehicle

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under…