Lift technician
Code 7412.7
Lift technicians set lifts into a prepared framed hoist-way. They install support assembly, set up the lift pump or motor, piston or cable, and mechanism. Lift technicians connect the necessary electronic elements to complete the installation and connection of the lift cabin. They also perform the necessary steps to inspect and repair lifts, as well as the shaft and any associated electronics. Lift technicians make sure every inspection and report action is noted in a log book, and report to the client on the state of the serviced lift.
Essential skills
Knowledge
- electricity
- hydraulics
- lift safety legislation
- lift safety mechanisms
- mechanics
- pneumatics
- electrical wiring plans
- mechanical systems
- types of lifts
Skills and competences
- test lift operation
- consult technical resources
- guide lift car installation
- inspect construction supplies
- install lift shaft support equipment
- install lift controller
- install electrical and electronic equipment
- install lift governor
- install hydraulic systems
- install pneumatic systems
- operate welding equipment
- operate soldering equipment
- program lift controller
- secure working area
- conduct routine machinery checks
- perform maintenance on installed equipment
- record test data
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- troubleshoot
- follow health and safety procedures in construction
- work ergonomically
- use safety equipment in construction
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Sources
This service uses the ESCO classification of the European Commission and the Mapha Taxonomy developed by OTIC SOFOFA (CC BY 4.0), in an adapted version. Group codes come from the ILO's ISCO-08. See sources and licences