Elevator Helper

American Elevator Group

The Role

Overview

Assist elevator mechanics with construction tasks, tool handling, and site organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • troubleshooting
  • cleaning
  • safety
  • installation
  • transport
  • elevator build

Tasks

-Maintain a clean and organized work environment at job sites. -Help with troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues. -Clean machine parts, rails, and cables as instructed. -Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment. -Hold, position, and secure parts during installation or repair tasks. -Moderate contact with internal departments, regulatory agencies, customers, contractors, and management. -Transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from work sites. -Assist the Mechanic with the construction of elevators.

Requirements

  • 2 years
  • high school
  • driver's license
  • hydraulics
  • electrical
  • hvac

What You Bring

-Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience. -Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent -Valid driver's license and must be able to drive a cargo van. -The Elevator Helper must be able to lift heavy equipment up to fifty pounds (50lbs) or more, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces. -The Elevator Helper will work in a variety of settings, including commercial buildings, hospitals, airports, and residential complexes. -The job may require standing for prolonged periods of time and working in awkward position. -Previous knowledge and experience with either hydraulics, electrical, engines or HVAC is a must. -Strong attention to detail. -Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces. -Previous elevator experience or technical military training is highly preferred.

The Company

About American Elevator Group

-Born in 2020 through a partnership with Arcline Investment Management, it began with Unitec in NYC and quickly grew. -Specializing in elevator repair, maintenance, modernization, compliance testing and new installations. -Typical projects span clean-sheet installations in office towers to modernization in hospitals and freight elevators. -AEG retains regional brand identities while unifying operations under centralized finance, tech & safety systems. -Unusual for the industry, they partner with independent firms, preserving local service culture backed by national muscle. -Headquartered in New York, the group blends hands-on regional expertise with private-equity resources.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Power Generation

Cement Production

High-Rise Construction

Legacy Maintenance

Repair Services

High Technology Installations

Modernizations