ApprenticeSearch.com | Elevating Devices Mechanic (636E)

Elevating Devices Mechanics may inspect, install, maintain, service, and repair elevating devices. Such devices can include passenger elevators, freight elevators, observation elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, moving walkways, freight platforms, stage lifts, and others.

Job Related Skills, Interests and Values

Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
Ability to work in dark, confined spaces and potentially at great heights
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques
Understanding of the identification and safe handling of hazardous substances and materials
Knowledge of rigging theory and related safety, as well as elevator modernization and alteration
Ability to understand and practice workplace safety on a daily basis
Interest in continuously learning about new techniques and equipment in order to operate safely while maintaining productivity

What Preparation and Training Do You Need?

Grade 12/age 16 legal minimum; secondary school diploma often required
While not mandatory, completion of an apprenticeship, including 7,200 hours on-the-job and three 8-week in-school training sessions, is advised

What's Your Future as a Elevating Devices Mechanic (636E)?

Generally 40-hour weeks; irregular/after-hours work may be needed in emergencies
Work conditions can be dark, confined spaces or at heights
Employers include elevator construction and maintenance companies

Wage Rate

Apprentice wage increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $20.00 per hour.

Self-Rating

Elevating Devices Mechanic (636E)

Ask Yourself:	Yes	No
Do you have good hand-eye coordination, and enjoy working with different types of hand tools?
Do you have good reading, writing, mathematical, physics, measuring and problem-solving skills?
Are you able to read blueprints and measurements accurately?
Are you able to follow Health & Safety guidelines?
Are you able to lift more than 50lbs? Are you comfortable working at all heights?
Have you considered being an emergency worker? Do you have the ability to work closely with others?
Are you reliable, a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision? Can you start and finish work on time?

If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as an Elevating Devices Mechanic (636E) may be for you!

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