Lift Mechanics

Lift Mechanics design, install, maintain, service and repair electric and hydraulic passenger and freight lifts, escalators, moving walkways and other lift equipment.

What the job involves

• Examines blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine sequence and methods of operation

• Measures and lays out insulation reference points

• Selects, cuts and connects wire and cable to terminals and connectors

• Uses instruments to trace and diagnose faults

• Repairs and replaces faulty wiring and defective parts

• Positions and installs electrical switchboards

• Connects electrical systems to power supply

• Tests continuity of circuit

• Installs, tests and adjusts electric and mechanical parts of lifts