Lift Mechanics

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

  • The Job
  • The Facts
  • Related Courses

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

Key values of workers in Lift Mechanics

  • Working Conditions

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

Top skills required for workers in Lift Mechanics

  • Troubleshooting

    Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

  • Repairing

    Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Operations Monitoring

    Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

  • Installation

    Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.