How to hire an elevator technician

How to hire an elevator technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step elevator technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an elevator technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new elevator technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the elevator technician you need to hire. Certain elevator technician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   An elevator technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, elevator technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of elevator technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Elevator Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Elevator Technician	Elevator installers and repairers install, fix, and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and other lifts.	$12-34
   Elevator Installer Apprentice	Elevator installer apprentice evaluates hydraulic, mechanical, or electric nature problems related to wheelchair lifts operation, dumbwaiters operations, and elevator operations. They determine all these issues and make the required repairs... Show more	$9-23
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Ladders
   • Safety Regulations
   • Traction
   • OSHA
   • Hoisting
   • Scaffolding
   • Elevator Equipment
   • Control Systems
   • Trouble Calls
   • Preventative Maintenance
   • Hoists
   • PLC
   • PMS
   • AC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Experience on traction or hydraulic passenger/freight elevators, chair lifts and dumbwaiters.
   • Install, repair and maintain all aspects of low and high rise elevators, including traction and hydraulic or freight.
   • Used hoists, hand, and power tools to disassemble elevator/escalator equipment to gain access to repair and/or replace defective parts.
   • Compose written reports of data collect from patient evaluation and present to department chief for thorough analysis of patient diagnosis.
   • Install structural and operational device such as rails, car slings, ropes, door operator and hatch wiring.
   • Assist mechanic in construction service, repair and troubleshooting of elevators and escalators

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your elevator technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An elevator technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, elevator technicians' average salary in wyoming is 34% less than in delaware.
   • Seniority. Entry-level elevator technicians earn 65% less than senior-level elevator technicians.
   • Certifications. An elevator technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an elevator technician's salary.

   Average elevator technician salary

   $42,657yearly

   $20.51 hourly rate

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   Entry-level elevator technician salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 21, 2025

4. Writing an elevator technician job description

   A job description for an elevator technician role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an elevator technician job description:

   Elevator technician job description example

   Cargill's Agricultural Supply Chain (CASC) connects producers and users of grains and oilseeds around the globe through sourcing, storing, trading, processing, and distributing, as well as offering a range of financial, risk management, and customized farmer services. Working at Cargill is an opportunity to thrive - a place to develop your career to the fullest while engaging in meaningful work that makes a positive impact around the globe. We depend on creative, responsible, hardworking individuals like you to operate our business successfully!
   **Benefits Information:**
   
   Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
   
   Health and Wellness Incentives
   
   Paid Vacation and Holidays
   
   401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
   
   Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
   
   Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
   
   Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   
   Tuition Reimbursement
   
   Employee Discounts
   
   **Shift** : Night Shift (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
   
   **Compensation** : $24.78/hr
   
   **A Typical Work Day May Include:**
   
   + Operating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyors, and mobile equipment
   
   + Creating scale tickets, collecting product samples and supervising tank inventory, utilizing computer systems to input and record data as necessary
   
   + Inspecting buildings, grounds, and equipment utilized by the facility to perform light maintenance and repair work
   
   + Interacting regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment
   
   + Providing a high level of customer service
   
   + Understanding and adhering to all policies and procedures
   
   + Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
   
   + Other duties as assigned
   
   **What You Will Need:**
   
   + Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
   
   + Must be 18 years or older
   
   + Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
   
   + Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation
   
   + Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including a respirator
   
   + Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
   
   + Ability to work in confined spaces
   
   + Basic computer skills
   
   + Ability to work overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice
   
   **What Will Put You Ahead:**
   
   + High school diploma/GED or a minimum of two years equivalent work experience
   
   + Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and/or automated computer systems, such as Human Machine Interface (HMI)
   
   Considered candidates will receive a phone call from a (952) area code. Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.
   
   US Covid-19 Vaccination Update: Cargill highly encourages vaccinations but does not mandate them. Upon hire, you will be asked to provide your vaccination status. Employees may be required to wear masks, depending on requirements of the business and public health requirements based on the spread of COVID in the community
   
   Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
   
   At Cargill, everyone matters and everyone counts. Cargill is committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. As such and in alignment with our Guiding Principles, Cargill's long-standing equal employment opportunity policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, family status, citizenship status, veteran status, military status, union affiliation, or any other status protected by law.
   
   Cargill also complies with all applicable national and local laws and regulations pertaining to non-discrimination and employment.
   
   Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Cargill, Inc. and subsidiaries ("Cargill") have an internal recruiting department. Please review this notice.
   
   US Employment Resources: Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right elevator technician for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your elevator technician job on Zippia to find and recruit elevator technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with elevator technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new elevator technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect elevator technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new elevator technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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