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
$30 to $55
Most common
$70
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-3 years
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
- install lifts and escalators
- repair lifts and escalators
- inspect electrical systems for faults
- maintain lift machinery and equipment
- replace worn or damaged lift parts
- install electrical parts and wiring
- read plans and technical specifications
- find equipment needing repairs or replacement
- write reports about maintenance work
- follow health and safety rules
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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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 Appliance 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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