Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

TITLE: ELEVATOR MECHANIC

DEPARTMENT: COGS

REPORTS TO : OPERATIONS MANAGER

The Installer will be involved with the installation, service and maintenance of Premier Lifts products. This individual will be called upon to perform site surveys and installation audits.

Responsibilities:

• Perform installation of products at residential and commercial job sites. This includes but is not limited to resource allocation, customer and subcontractor communication, expense tracking, final audit, etc. Products include, but are not limited to elevators, chair lifts, and multilifts.
• Install elevator rails and commercial ADA Lifts and other products. (Lift over 75 pounds)
• Perform on-site surveys at prospective installation sites for the purpose of gathering all required information to plan and complete an elevator installation.
• Perform on-site audits of in progress and completed installations to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Coordinate delivery of products and other installation materials to coincide with arrival of labor resources as needed on a project.
• Arrange site storage for products and materials as needed for installation projects.
• Keep accurate project records for expenses, various required testing, training etc.
• Interact directly with general contractors and construction managers for the job sites.
• Train the end users of the equipment on the operational aspects of the equipment sold and installed.
• Perform service repairs and scheduled preventative maintenance as required.
• Maintain the company service and installation vehicle in good operating condition and cleanliness.
• Maintain the van inventory in an orderly fashion, at proper levels and account for all items used in the performance of service and installation functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

COMPETENCIES:

• Able to read and interpret written information.
• Is consistently at work on time.
• Basic knowledge of how to read construction drawings
• Proficient with tape measure.
• Observes all safety procedures.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Detail-oriented and can work at speed and accuracy.
• The ability to work well under deadlines and to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact and negotiate with employees at all levels of an organization.

BEHAVIORS:

Savaria’s mission is to provide products to improve mobility and access in daily life, so it’s important that all associates embrace this and ensure that they keep our customers at the heart of everything they do, acting in the spirit of our Savaria values all the time:

• Safety – We are committed to protecting the health and well-being of customers, the public, and our people.
• Quality – We aspire to deliver quality products and services that are right the first time.
• Customer passion – What we do makes a difference, and we work with passion to do the best for our customers.
• Collaboration – We encourage collaboration to generate ideas and innovation and value clear and open communication to create strong teamwork.

• Expertise – Our knowledge and experience have made us industry leaders, and we actively support continuous learning for future growth

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1-2 years of related experience or training, preferably in building construction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The employee may frequently stand, carry, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch during the shift.
• The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, or move up to 75 pounds.
• The ability to traverse many flights of stairs in a day.

TRAVEL

• Less than 10% travel time.

Note: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Savaria provides equal employment opportunities and consideration to all qualified employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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