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Elevator Technician installs, services, troubleshoots, and repairs a multitude of different electrical and mechanical systems. Elevator mechanics assemble, install, maintain, and repair freight and passenger elevators. Majority of work and expertise is associated with the installation, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing of industrial/commercial type elevator systems.

Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot, repair, modify and maintain elevators, and hoist way electrical systems which includes but is not limited to replacing defective lights; push buttons; covers; switches; electric eyes; door operator motors; wiring; gongs/bells; indicator sockets cover; safety edge and electric eye cords.

+ Interpret blueprints to determine layout of system components. Install elevators and other related equipment according to specifications.

+ Perform scheduled maintenance and minor repair to equipment room electrical systems which include checking, cleaning, and replacing contacts in elevator controller and selector relays; coils; fuses; motors; generator brushes; defective wiring; terminals; resistors, diodes, and other components on panels.

+ Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical or mechanical system failures. Test operation of newly installed equipment and disassemble defective units and repair, replace, adjust valves, ratchets, seals brake linings and other components. Accomplish diagnostic testing and repair of electronic controls.

+ Carry out preventative programs to ensure public safety.

+ Accountable for:

+ Timely and cost-effective performance of duties

+ Harmoniously working with other employees and customers.

+ Working with the Project Principals to fully coordinate all activities.

+ Effectively coordinate several projects simultaneously.

+ Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.

+ Effective written and oral communication skills.

+ Demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills.

+ Contributing to the successful completion of project initiatives.

Qualifications

+ Must have a minimum of 5 years Journeyman experience working with elevators. The type of elevators including Hydraulic, Traction, Chair Lifts, and Kone Mono Space.

+ State of Alabama elevator certification.

+ Must be capable of effectively reading, writing, and learning to effectively read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

+ Must have and maintain a valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving record pertinent to the position.

+ Ability to successfully pass any background checks and/or drug testing required on the contract.

+ Must be capable of lifting minimum of 40 pounds.

+ Must be able to receive a security clearance for access to material up to and including SECRET and/or pass a National Agency Check.

Job ID

2025-18212

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

**For our shareholders,** AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

**For our government customers,** AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

**As an AFO employee,** you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).