Lift technician, Kaihangarau ararewa
Also known as
- Elevator repair person, lift engineer, lift mechanic
Lift technicians install, maintain and repair lift and escalator systems.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$29 to $53
Most common
$67
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Lift technicians
- usually work regular business hours, but may work shifts, weekends or be on call
- usually work in buildings, factories, private homes and on construction sites
- may work in confined spaces at heights and in hazardous conditions
- need to be practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- assemble products or production equipment
- maintain mechanical equipment
- evaluate construction projects to determine compliance with external standards or regulations
- locate equipment or materials in need of repair or replacement
- inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation
- prepare operational reports
- install electrical components, equipment, or systems
- review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements
- inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects
- repair electrical equipment
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a lift technician and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- to pass the Electrical Appliance Serviceperson course and exam
- to have an Electrical Applicance Serviceperson practising licence
You may need
- to do an apprenticeship in electrical engineering
- to do an apprenticeship in mechanical engineering
- a Trainee Limited Certificate from the Electrical Workers Registration Board
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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