Elevator Mechanic-Intermediate

UT Health San Antonio Staff Positions
San Antonio, TX

Under general supervision, responsible for performing skilled mechanic duties in the repair and maintenance conveyances. Responds to equipment trouble reports, determines problem(s) and repairs and restores the elevator/escalator equipment to serviceable status.

Schedule: 7:45am to 4:15pm Monday-Friday. Overtime is required. 

  1. Repairs and maintains elevators, escalators, dumb-waiters and other various lifts in compliance with safety regulations and building codes. 
  2. Tests equipment to troubleshoot and locate/determine electrical/mechanical issue with brakes, motors, switches, door systems and signal/control systems. 
  3. Disassembles defective units and repairs or replaces parts, such as locks, gears, cables, electric wiring, and faulty safety devices. 
  4. Installs push-button controls and other devices to modernize elevators. 
  5. Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with published schedules, operating procedures and equipment warranties. 
  6. Trains and provides guidance to Elevator Mechanic Associate staff. 
  7. Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Four (4) years experience as an elevator mechanic is required.
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