Escalator / Lift Mechanic
What is an Escalator / Lift Mechanic?
Escalator or Lift Mechanics work as part of a crew and specialise in the assembly, installation, testing and maintenance of escalators and lifts in accordance with local and national regulations.
Escalator or Lift Mechanics work indoors, both in buildings under construction and in existing buildings. Some Lift Mechanics may even work on our local mines.
When installing a new lift, the shaft is constructed and prepared for use. The electrical wiring and controls are connected up. The lift car is then assembled and installed, together with the hoist that winds and unwinds the lift cable.
When the lifting equipment is operational mechanics check, adjust and recheck it to be sure it is working properly and safely.
Working conditions are sometimes uncomfortable due to the confined spaces one has to work in as well as the dust, oil and grease.
What does an Escalator / Lift Mechanic do?
- putting together units and installing them
- testing that units are in good working order
- obeying safety regulations at all times
- regularly servicing existing units
- repairing units where necessary
- replacing parts
- replacing old units with new ones
- keeping detailed records of each unit
Are you … ?
- interested in working in the construction industry?
- claustrophobic? If YES, this is not a good career option for you!
- mechanically minded?
- mathematically minded?
- detail orientated?
- responsible and trustworthy?
- service driven?
- practical?
- good with your hands?
- observant?
- willing to work in cramped, often dusty places?
How do I become an Escalator / Lift Mechanic?
- SCHINDLER CAREERS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT:
Offer training programmes and apprenticeships
http://www.schindler.co.za/jnb-index/jnb-kg-aboutus-careers.htm
The institutions below offer both a National Diploma (Nat Dip) and a Bachelors in Technology (BTech):
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
- TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY: (Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment)
- UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG: (Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology)
- VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY: (Mechanical Engineering)
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA: (College of Science, Engineering and Technology)
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Pipe Fitter or Aircraft Mechanic
Is becoming an Escaltor / Lift Mechanic the right career choice for me?
See below for more info.
