Elevator Professionals (Sign-On Bonus)

University of Maryland•Baltimore, MD

1d•$72,000 - $112,195•Onsite

About The Position

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is seeking to fill an Elevator Technician position, which can be filled at three levels: Elevator Technician I, II, or III, depending on the candidate's qualifications. The role involves inspecting, maintaining, calibrating, and modifying electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems of passenger and freight elevators and power lift systems. Specific duties vary by level, ranging from inspection and maintenance (Technician I) to specialized troubleshooting, repair, and technical direction (Technician II), and supervisory oversight and project management (Technician III). A sign-on bonus is offered for eligible candidates. UMB is a public university committed to diversity and inclusion, and all employees are expected to work primarily within the State of Maryland.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Elevator Technician I: Four (4) years recent, active and progressively responsible experience in the elevator industry, in construction, maintenance, and service or repair of elevators as an elevator technician/mechanic.
Elevator Technician II: Six (6) years recent, active and progressively responsible experience in the elevator industry, in construction, maintenance, and service or repair of elevators as an elevator technician/mechanic.
Elevator Technician III: Eight years recent, active, and progressively responsible experience in the elevator industry, in construction, maintenance, and service or repair of elevators as an elevator technician/mechanic with at least four years as a Lead Elevator Mechanic/Technician or Elevator Adjuster.
Employees in an Elevator Technician position must be licensed as an elevator mechanic by the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulations.
Thorough knowledge, skills and experience in maintaining and upgrading elevators.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing complex single and multiphase AC and DC variable speed motor drives and controls, various types of elevator relay logic or solid state control systems using conventional diagnostic equipment along with specialized computer based manufacturers diagnostic tools.
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA and other applicable regulations and codes related to the elevator trade.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, electronic and electrical schematics, and specifications.
Ability to work in, around, over and under fixed machinery and equipment; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous and irritating environments, confined spaces, elevator shafts and pits; to wear and work with personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in an adjustor position providing advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics is preferred (Elevator Technician II).
Experience in project management for elevator install upgrade projects preferred (Elevator Technician III).
Certification by a nationally recognized training program (such as NAEC, etc.) as an Elevator Technician preferred.
Participation in mandated continuing education program to keep licensure and/or certification current.
Current Qualified Elevator Inspector Certification (QEI) (Elevator Technician III).

Responsibilities

Conducts diagnostic tests for malfunctions in elevator and other conveying systems using specialized computer-based diagnostic software and standalone programming tools.
Installs, repairs, replaces, calibrates, and reprograms elevator control system equipment, such as microprocessor-based computerized floor selectors, electronic motor variable frequency drives, door operators, velocity encoders, and other electrical, electronic, and high-pressure elevator hydraulic systems.
Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, sketches, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics, and job specifications.
Performs elevator safety inspections and maintains appropriate records.
Responds to elevator emergencies and may assist in rescue efforts.
Provides technical direction and assistance to elevator personnel in adjusting and troubleshooting malfunctions of complex elevator control systems.
Identifies and corrects malfunctions, analyzes and develops solutions to problems with complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic circuits on various types of elevator equipment.
Inspects, tests, and adjusts newly installed equipment using various computer-based elevator manufacturers' tools and equipment.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on elevators.
Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials and other reports.
Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the trade including specialized diagnostic equipment and software.
May lead special projects.
Guides and trains maintenance personnel.
May serve in a lead capacity to cover scheduling and assignment of work.
Acts as an elevator service supervisor by overseeing elevator maintenance and supervising elevator techs during the installation, repair, and maintenance of elevator equipment.
Oversees and manages elevator projects that include installation of elevators and lifts.
Maintains shop stock and orders supplies.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus offered ($8,000 for I, $10,000 for II, $12,000 for III).
Retirement program (pension), effective on date of hire.
11 days of vacation accrued per year.
16 paid holidays.
3 personal leave days.
Unlimited accrual of sick time.
Time for community service.
Comprehensive health insurance.
Professional learning and development programs.
Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).