Elevator Maintenance Mechanic

UT Southwestern Medical Center•Dallas, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

Works under general direction to provide technical skills for inspection, maintenance, and repair of elevators in on-campus and off-campus university buildings. The position is based at the Dallas Campus and may assist other UT Southwestern locations as needed. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM, for a full-time 40-hour work week. The position is 100% on-site, with no remote work available.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent, or vocational school education.
  • Three years of experience in maintenance, inspection, and repair of elevators.
  • Driver's license.
  • Ability to exercise judgment.

Nice To Haves

  • Certified Elevator Technician (CET) Certificate, International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) Mechanic Card, or Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections on commercial elevators.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems in electric brakes, motors, switches, and variable frequency drives.
  • Clean, lubricate, and adjust relays, controls, door operators, and elevator pits as needed.
  • Repair and/or replace faulty components to return elevators to fully operational status.
  • Assist Senior Elevator Mechanics in ensuring machinery conforms to building safety codes and equipment safety regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • PPO medical plan available on day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
  • Paid time off available on day one.
  • Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
  • Paid holidays.
  • On-site childcare.
  • Merit increases.
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